VI Nations tournament: who are the favorites?. Alexandre Bozio 6:00 p.m., February 1, 2024 As the 2024 VI Nations Tournament begins on Friday, the Irish team, title holders, as well as the Blues, winners in 2022, stand out as favorites.

A question also remains around the state of form of England which could come to play spoilsport. France and Ireland, announced as favorites during the last World Cup, are advancing as the two serious candidates for the title.