The Six Nations, which thrives on unpredictability, is only as strong as its weakest member. Italy have delivered on the need for them to be a credible force. While the new boy's identity has strengthened, Scotland's has weakened to the point where the best young players must have no faith in the bureaucrats who set the stage on which they play. Most of all, Scotland's supporters are being cheated by the 'Murrayfield experience' and by the paucity of resources on display.