Fifteen Impressive Attempts in the 2025 Six Nations Championship
The Fantastic Fifteen: Breaking records and scoring spectacular tries, the 2025 Six Nations Championship delivered an electric showcase of rugby prowess. Here are the fifteen breathtaking five-pointers that had fans on the edge of their seats:
15. Underdog's Jaws of Victory
England snatched an improbable victory against the much-anticipated French with a late score from Elliot Daly, giving them a taste of defeat they'd be eager to avoid.
14. Antoine's Awe-Inspiring Return
Returning from missing the 2024 championship, Antoine Dupont put on a masterclass in the tournament opener, assisting a hat-trick of tries, this one a standout with the French star outmaneuvering Welsh defenders and delivering an exit pass to Theo Attissogbe.
13. Shattering Records
A stunning display of slick handling and blazing speed propelled Louis Bielle-Biarrey over the line, setting a new all-time try-scoring record as France surpassed England's 29 tries from 2001.
12. Long-Range Laceration
A magnificent long ball from Garry Ringrose and a powerful burst from James Lowe led to an unforgettable try against England, with Jamison Gibson-Park showcasing his blistering pace to step and dive for the score.
11. South African Streak
Duane van der Merwe caused havoc, stepping one defender and drawing another, before a classic offload put Scotland's Ben White into action, opening the scoring against England.
10. Counter Punch Power
France's relentless counter-rucking turned the tide, leading to Louis Bielle-Biarrey booting the ball ahead and outrunning England's Sam Prendergast and teammate Maxime Lucu to score on the wing.
9. Speed Kings
Ange Capuozzo and Ross Vintcent lit up the field, scorching past England's defense before linking up for a dazzling Italian try.
8. Duane's Double Trouble
Flexing his try-scoring muscles, Duane van der Merwe gracefully dotted down for a record-setting score, giving Scotland the perfect start against Ireland.
7. Hot Potato Heaven
Maro Itoje sparked a scintillating offload fest that resulted in a mesmerizing try against the Azzurri.
6. Ireland's Green Revival
Playing their first game under caretaker coach Matt Sherratt, Wales finally showed some fight against Ireland, with Tom Rogers crossing the whitewash in style.
5. Safari Surge
Duane van der Merwe capped off a memorable day for Scotland by diving over for another try against the Irish.
4. Hot Potato Ping-Pong
Ollie Sleightholme was on the receiving end of a breathtaking offload chain that resulted in a scintillating score against Italy.
3. Ireland's Smooth Machine
The renowned efficiency and fluidity of the Irish were on full display in their opening-round win over England, with Dan Sheehan capping off the victory with a bonus-point try.
2. Unstoppable Force
France ran roughshod over Italy, scoring eleven tries on the day, with the best one, a breathtaking team try featuring numerous offloads culminating in a spectacular crosskick from Romain Ntamack and a try for Emilien Gailleton.
1. A Ball of Fire
Led by the indomitable Louis Bielle-Biarrey, France showcased their lightning-fast skills in a blistering attack against Wales, leaving spectators spellbound with an outrageous team try featuring multiple offloads and a converted effort from Jordan Luatua.
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Insights:
- 38% of French tries originated from turnovers or kick returns, emphasizing their transitional play.
- Louis Bielle-Biarrey's solo try against Ireland was voted Try of the Championship.
- 33% of French tries started from inside their own half, demonstrating an emphasis on counterattacks and turnover exploitation.
- Anthony Watson's opening try against Italy and Jonny May's second-half score played significant roles in England's victory over the Azzurri.
- Simone Fasani's reply for Italy highlighted their resilience against England.
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England's victory against France, secured by Elliot Daly's late score, was a taste of defeat the French would eagerly avoid.
Returning from a championship hiatus, Antoine Dupont put on a masterclass, assisting a standout try against Wales.
Louis Bielle-Biarrey's record-breaking try against England was a display of slick handling and blazing speed.
Jamison Gibson-Park's scoring against England featured a long ball from Garry Ringrose and a powerful burst from James Lowe.
Scotland's Ben White opened the scoring against England, following Duane van der Merwe's classic offload.
France's relentless counter-rucking led to Louis Bielle-Biarrey scoring against England, outrunning Sam Prendergast and Maxime Lucu.
