Some are scathing of Warren Gatland, some are more sympathetic, but all have contributed to the former head coach’s seismic downfall. What do all the above have in common? Whether they like to admit it or not – it was the great man who handed them their careers.

Caretaker head coach Matt Sherratt has just been asked if it's worth any of us in the room sticking £5 on Wales to win the Triple Crown. Despite two defeats, Wales have still to play England, Ireland or Scotland.

With the Welsh Rugby Union set to confirm Warren Gatland’s departure, attention is already turning to who might replace him as head coach. Wales dropped to a record low 12th in the world rankings and suffered a record-extending 14th successive loss following the Six Nations defeat by Italy.