Rugby Union Weekly In Paris with Fin Smith & Scotland's Dublin showdown
14 snips
Mar 13, 2026 Ashley (former player and tactical analyst) breaks down Steve Borthwick’s framework and what it takes to beat France. Fin Smith (England fly-half) speaks candidly about Rome, dressing-room mindset and the plan for Paris. They discuss Scotland’s Dublin opportunity, tactical clashes with Ireland, try-scoring necessity for England and whether France remain crackable.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Scotland Have Turned A Corner
- Scotland's current campaign is a genuine turning point rather than fleeting hope.
- Tom English cites wins in Twickenham, Paris and a comeback at Cardiff as evidence the team has found momentum and steel under Gregor Townsend.
Dublin Tests Scotland's New Resilience
- Dublin remains a graveyard for Scotland with no Aviva Stadium win, but this Scotland look more resilient physically and mentally.
- Andy Burke warns Ireland will likely revert to direct, confrontational pack rugby, making collisions decisive.
Max Williamson Returns After Tough Cardiff Day
- Andy Burke recounts Max Williamson's difficult day in Cardiff and labels him a physical carrier who now has something to prove.
- Williamson was substituted around 35 minutes in Cardiff but returns for Dublin.