The sides have made their way out on the field, anthems to follow

The curtain comes down on the opening round of the Six Nations Championship as defending champions Ireland host rivals England in what should be a cracking encounter. Ireland went through undefeated in last seasons competition, with their five wins seeing them win the title by eleven points. England will look to improve on a disappointing fifth place finish last year, where they recorded just two victories and three defeats. When these sides last met in the competition, Ireland emerged 24-15 away winners.

Come on the Boys n Green.

And Cheers, Mick!