Six Nations 2014: Players Who Have Enhanced Their Reputation For World Cup

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Published: March 2, 2014

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It is the most finely-poised Six Nations Championship for many years as four sides go into the penultimate round of matches locked on four points each. 

Ireland, Wales, England and France each go into the next two rounds of matches knowing that two convincing victories will likely bring them the crown. 

The destination of this year's championship will provide a key indicator as to which European side can challenge the dominance of the southern hemisphere at next year's World Cup in England. 

Let's take a look at the three players who have laid down their marker for next year's William Webb Ellis Trophy campaign.

 

Players to Watch

Mike Brown, England

Let's not delude ourselves about Mike Brown, he will never be of the same prolific try-scoring ilk as a Shane Williams or Bryan Habana. 

But the Harlequins man brings creativity, stout defence and, most importantly, versatility to the England line up. Oh, and he's been named man-of-the-match for the last two England matches. The 28-year-old has been deployed on the wing for England this year, away from his familiar full-back position. 

Former England winger Tom Varndell certainly rates the Quins man highly.



Brown has produced a string of scintillating displays in the white shirt. Take a look at this athletic catch he produced against Ireland last weekend, courtesy of BBC Sport. Brown claimed the inspiration for the move came from an unlikely source: Manchester United's legendary goalkeeper, Peter Schmeichel, as reported by The Telegraph's Gavin Mairs.

He has even joined in the try-scoring fun, notching his first two tries for England against France and Scotland in this year's Championship.

If the upwards trajectory of Brown's form continues at its current rate, he could prove one of the stars of next year's World Cup.

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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Rugby Union

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