Today sees the opening round of the 2012 Six Nations Rugby, one of the most eargly awaited sports tournaments of the year. We have our own predictions and using our free Six Nations odds comparison service have compiled the best odds for those bets.

France v Italy – we predict France, unfortunately so does everyone else and the best odds are 1.05 with Betfair

Scotland v England – England will win this one and we are suprised at generous odds of 1.83 on offer with Stan James

Ireland v Wales – Despite an excellent World Cup for the Welsh we think their injuries will cost them and the Irish will make home advantage pay so predict Ireland. Stan James are again the top bookie on offer with good odds of 1.53