Adi Scotland fan

Hopefully this will be the closest and best Six Nations to date.

Any side from England, France, Wales and Ireland could end up on top.

I can't see a stand-out team so don't expect a Grand Slam, although on current form either of Wales or Ireland could end up with a Triple Crown.

Italy will most definitely collect the Wooden Spoon from Scotland at Murrayfield.

Name:Adrian Black Age: 33 Home town: Ramsey, Isle of Man Job: International Banking & Investments Manager Supports: The Borders Position: Centre Favourite player: Chris Cusiter

The key to victory will be keeping players fit and fresh, so France's strength in depth may tell.

The French have quality all around the park and on the bench, so will be very tough to beat.

England's team is now in a major rebuilding stage with a new coach and a fistful of retirements, plus injuries, so it could be a tough few weeks to be English, shame!

I expect the Celtic Nations to attract most attention in this Lions year, with Wales & Ireland both putting up a serious challenge for the Six Nations crown.

Ireland are some people's favourites, I think they lack quality in the front-row and at number eight, but have a fantastic set of backs so they will certainly be good to watch.

Hopefully they can perform well at home to France and England, as I feel they may struggle away from Lansdowne Road.

Wales have come very very close to pulling off a big result in several recent games and if they can beat England in their opening match, they may be able to carry that momentum through the championship.

If they can galvanise their pack, they have more than enough flair and pace in the backs to beat any side in the world.

The only way is up for Scotland after five defeats and the the Wooden Spoon in 2004, but with only two wins and 10 losses since he took charge coach Matt Williams needs to buck that trend and soon.

It's all about Murrayfield for Scotland and aiming for two wins from the three homes games.

Italy will be looking to make an early impact and I suspect they will have focused heavily on catching Ireland cold in their opening match.

Unfortunately if you are Italian, I think you will be collecting a wooden spoon sometime soon.

Regardless of the results, I am looking forward to seeing a couple of games at Murrayfield and enjoying a few cokes afterwards!