France Dominates 2026 Six Nations: Team of the Tournament Revealed

After a thrilling 2026 Six Nations Championship, marked by a record-breaking 111 tries scored, the tournament’s standout players have been selected for the Team of the Tournament. This selection reflects a blend of consistent performance, impactful contributions, and moments of brilliance throughout the seven-week competition.

Team of the Tournament

15. Thomas Ramos (France)

A unanimous selection, Thomas Ramos cemented his status as a rugby genius. Playing every minute of the tournament, he was second in defenders beaten, in offloads, and topped the charts in metres made with 349. Ramos also accumulated a remarkable 74 points, demonstrating his complete dominance and crucial role in France’s campaign. Jamie Osborne of Ireland earned recognition for a strong championship with four tries.

14. Robert Baloucoune (Ireland)

Baloucoune edged out France’s Theo Attissogbe for the wing position. His impressive performance included four turnovers to match his four tries, alongside consistent aerial dominance. Players like Scotland’s Darcy Graham and Italy’s Louis Lynagh also had exceptional Six Nations performances.

13. Tommaso Menoncello (Italy)

Menoncello’s impact on Italy’s success was undeniable. Making 253 metres and beating 15 players, he led the class in these categories. A 90% tackle completion rate and two turnovers further solidified his position as the future of the improving Italian team. Huw Jones of Scotland and Eddie James of Wales also delivered strong performances.

12. Stuart McCloskey (Ireland)

McCloskey’s selection was a certainty, leading the tournament with six endeavor assists, 18 dominant contact collisions, and being joint top in turnovers won. His impactful performances were central to Ireland’s success. Sione Tuipulotu (Scotland) and Nacho Brex (Italy) also impressed, whereas Fabien Brau-Boirie’s (France) campaign was cut short by injury.

11. Louis Bielle-Biarrey (France)

Named Player of the Tournament, Louis Bielle-Biarrey was peerless. His statistics were remarkable: nearly 300 metres gained, 11 line breaks, four try assists, 14 defenders beaten, and nine tries. His consistent excitement and record-breaking performances establish him as the best wing in the world. Kyle Steyn (Scotland) was a strong runner-up, but Bielle-Biarrey’s dominance was undeniable.

10. Finn Russell (Scotland)

Russell’s resilience and performance across five games secured his place. Contributing to three wins and reaching 500 international points, his display against France at Murrayfield was the finest individual performance of the tournament. Matthieu Jalibert (France) also had brilliant performances, but Russell’s consistent impact throughout the campaign was decisive.

9. Antoine Dupont (France)

Despite a quieter championship by his standards, Dupont’s influence was crucial to France’s title win. While Ben White (Scotland) outperformed him at Murrayfield, Dupont controlled the tempo of four French victories and produced moments of brilliance, such as his long scanning pass to Attissogbe. Even in a less dominant form, he remains the best scrum-half in world rugby.

8. Ben Earl (England)

Earl answered questions about his ability to play number eight with a strong campaign. Leading the tournament in carries (79) and demonstrating a 25.3% dominant carry rate, he consistently performed despite playing for a struggling England side. Aaron Wainwright (Wales) also had elite numbers, but Earl’s volume of work across five weeks was decisive.

7. Rory Darge (Scotland)

Darge confirmed his status as a world-class openside flanker. Leading the tournament in turnovers won, making 74 tackles with an elite success rate, and providing crucial support work, he was a key figure in Scotland’s historic victory over France. Oscar Jégou (France) and Josh van der Flier (Ireland) also had excellent performances.

6. Charles Ollivon (France)

Ollivon’s versatility and impact across the back five earned him a place in the team. Playing as a hybrid forward, he consistently carried, jackalled, and led with authority. François Cros (France) was also highly disciplined and unlucky to miss out.

5. Mickaël Guillard (France)

Guillard was sensational for France, particularly against Ireland and off the bench against Italy. His lineout work, relentless carrying, and anchoring of the set-piece were vital to France’s title-winning campaign. Emmanuel Meafou (France) was a strong contender, but his lineout limitations were a concern.

4. Tadhg Beirne (Ireland)

Beirne’s versatility and impact in both lock and flanker positions secured his selection. Leading the tournament in jackals and turnovers, matching the best for lineout steals, and demonstrating relentless effort in every fixture, he was a standout performer. Dafydd Jenkins (Wales) and Maro Itoje (England) also had impressive campaigns.

3. Simone Ferrari (Italy)

Ferrari was the cornerstone of Italy’s scrum, providing the platform for historic wins over Scotland, and England. His consistent performance across four outstanding games earned him a comfortable selection. Joe Heyes (England) also showed improvement.

2. Dan Sheehan (Ireland)

Sheehan finished the tournament strongly, demonstrating his quality with a perfect lineout display and a driving maul try. Giacomo Nicotera (Italy) and Dewi Lake (Wales) also had compelling cases.

1. Rhys Carre (Wales)

Carre’s impressive campaign included a record-breaking three tries from a loosehead prop. His solo score against Ireland was a standout moment of the championship. Jean-Baptiste Gros (France) and Danilo Fischetti (Italy) also deserve recognition.