The article marks the 25th anniversary of the Six Nations championship, reminiscing about its origin in 2000 when Italy stunned Scotland with a 34-20 victory. Reflecting on Scotland's glory in the previous Five Nations, where they claimed the championship title in 1999, it highlights the contrasting fortunes of both teams. Italy entered the Six Nations amid doubts following a lackluster World Cup, yet their historic win underscored a significant moment in rugby, with Diego Dominguez playing a pivotal role. Saturday's matchup serves as a nostalgic reminder of the tournament's legacy and evolving dynamics.
Italy, the new arrivals, announced themselves to the old championship with a shattering 34-20 win over the champions.
In 1999 they won the last Five Nations, outplaying the rest in what must still rank as the greatest championship of them all.
Questions were already being asked about what exactly Italy would bring to the party.
Diego Dominguez had been central to the team that forced the issue in the late 1990s.
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