Ireland secured a magnificent victory in the Six Nations, but it was Italy who captured the hearts of the spectators with two wins and a draw in their best-ever campaign. Juan Ignacio Brex, also known as Nacho, played a crucial role in the Azzurri midfield, earning two Man of the Match awards and appearing in everyone's Team of the Tournament. The Benetton three-quarter's outstanding performance led to him being named Planet Rugby's Player of the Tournament, as he reflected on Italy's successful season and looked ahead to their future growth.