With the exciting Six Nations tournament now over, we bring you an update on the participating nations, starting with Italy in fifth place. The Italian team has shown significant improvement under the guidance of head coach Gonzalo Quesada, following the departure of Kieran Crowley. Quesada's focus on a balanced playing style and strong defense has led to Italy achieving their best-ever results in the Six Nations, with two wins and a draw in 2024. The team's standout players include captain Michele Lamaro, Paolo Garbisi, Juan Ignacio Brex, and Monty Ioane.

Italy's performance in the Championship shows promise for their future success.