The Six Nations takes a break after three intense rounds, with England facing scrutiny after a loss to Ireland, while Scotland survived a scare against Wales and France maintained their Grand Slam charge.
Wales prop Rhys Carre impressed with a try and strong scrummaging, while hooker Evan Lloyd led from the front in a narrow defeat. England's Joe Heyes was a rare bright spot, excelling in the scrum and with dynamic carries.
Lock Dafydd Jenkins shone for Wales with a 100% lineout success rate, and France's Emmanuel Meafou brought power and skill off the bench. Ireland's Tadhg Beirne answered his critics with a dominant display, and Scotland's Rory Darge was key at the breakdown.
Captain Caelan Doris had his best game in a while for Ireland, according to coach Andy Farrell, while scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park troubled England with his speed and kicking. Scotland's Finn Russell produced a moment of magic to set up a crucial try, and winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey's pace was decisive for France.
