11 of the Most Iconic Moments in Six Nations History - Page 2 of 3 - Ruck

11 of the Most Iconic Moments in Six Nations History

5. Daly’s match-winning try

What is so memorable about the moment is the quality of George Ford’s pass to Owen Farrell and then Farrell’s inch perfect delivery to the Wasps winger. English magic in the land of wizards.


6. Yachvili scores Grand Slam decider

Dimitri Yachvili’s clever grubber kick and chase try was the moment when France were revenged for the semi final loss in Australia. It was the highlight of a masterful performance from the Biarritz scrum half as he kicked the goals and made this soon to be Grand Slam French team’s only other try.


7. Sexton’s Miracle Drop Goal

An excruciating 41 phases passed before Ireland forced themselves into a kicking position. Still, standing just inside the French half, the odds were stacked against Sexton to actually deliver a winning kick.

He couldn’t have caught it any sweeter as the ball sailed between the posts to send the travelling Irish fans into a frenzy.


8. Gavin Henson v Matthew Tait

In Wales’ opening match of the 2005 Six Nations against England, centre Gavin Henson puts in a great performance, tackling, running and kicking all on top form. He was man of the match and this win propelled Wales towards a Grand Slam.

Un his first touch of the ball in international rugby Mathew Tait was smashed backwards by Henson who would give the young centre a nightmare debutnull

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