Privately, Gatland has said he thinks this will be one of the most talented and best-equipped Lions squads to assemble. All Blacks coach Steve Hansen wouldn't disagree and the quality on show during the Six Nations will only strengthen that view. The tournament opener between Scotland and Ireland will give everyone a better sense of just how much firepower the Lions have in their midst. His discipline is erratic and the Lions can't afford to have a captain who may erupt when provoked. Six Nations• Scotland v IrelandMurrayfield, 3.15am, tomorrow• England v FranceTwickenham, 5.40am, tomorrow• Italy v WalesStadio Olimpico, 2.50am, Monday- NZ Herald

Source: New Zealand Herald February 03, 2017 20:12 UTC