Didn't catch much of the Wales game (car died the other night, diesel leaking everywhere and today was when I wanted to fix it). From what I saw, the Welsh pack looked pretty good, solid in the scrums despite giving 6st away to the Italians I think I heard one of the commentators say, good lineout, good work rate from the tight five, and an impressive looking backrow. James Benjamin looked especially impressive. Some good impact from the bench at lock and in the backrow too.

Solid looking halfback pairing with Tom Williams looking sharp at 9 and Ethan Davies mixing things up nicely. Centres also looked promising, although the conditions didn't allow them to do too much. Didn't get to see much of the back three bar Howells last try, so I can't comment too much there. Is there any news about whether Dixon and Amos will return from injury in time to slot in at some stage?

Next week should be a cracker. Wales and Ireland are usually quite well matched at this level, and by the sounds of it Ireland are looking strong again this season.