Six Nations 2025 – Complete Guide for Rugby Fans
If you love rugby, the Six Nations is the biggest event of the year and 2025 is shaping up to be a cracker. Below you’ll find everything you need – from the match calendar to the best ways to watch live, plus a few pointers on which players could steal the spotlight.
When and Where: Fixtures & Venues
The tournament kicks off on 2 February 2025 and runs until 22 March 2025. Each of the six teams – England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales – plays five games, three at home and two away.
Here’s the quick‑look schedule:
- 02 Feb – England vs Italy (Twickenham)
- 09 Feb – Wales vs France (Millennium Stadium)
- 16 Feb – Scotland vs Ireland (Murrayfield)
- 23 Feb – France vs England (Stade de France)
- 02 Mar – Italy vs Wales (Stadio Olimpico)
- 09 Mar – Ireland vs Scotland (Aviva Stadium)
- 16 Mar – England vs Wales (Twickenham)
- 22 Mar – France vs Italy (Stade de France)
Dates for the remaining fixtures follow the same pattern – each round is a Saturday, so you can mark your calendar and plan a weekend binge of rugby.
Top Stories & How to Follow the Action
To stay in the loop, start with the official Six Nations app or the tournament’s Twitter feed. They push live scores, injury updates and quick video highlights. If you like deeper analysis, the BBC’s rugby podcast drops a fresh episode after every round and breaks down the key moments.
Live streaming is simple. In the UK, BBC iPlayer carries every game for free. Outside the UK, check out the regional broadcasters – for example, RTE in Ireland, TV5Monde for France, and Sky Sports for broader European coverage. Most of these services offer a free trial if you’re only watching a few matches.
Who to watch? Keep an eye on England’s new fly‑half, who’s already making waves in the Premiership. France’s powerhouse back row is ready to dominate the breakdown, while Ireland’s veteran lock still packs a punch in line‑outs. Scotland’s winger has become a try‑scoring machine, and Italy finally has a scrum‑half who can keep the tempo ticking.
If you’re new to the Six Nations, start with the opening game – it’s usually the most talked‑about match and sets the tone for the whole tournament. Grab a pint, fire up the streaming, and follow the live commentary for a richer experience.
Finally, don’t forget the fan side of things. Social media hashtags like #SixNations2025 trend throughout the weekend, so you’ll see memes, fan polls and post‑match debates in real time. Joining a local rugby club’s watch party can also add some cheering, a few chants and the excitement of watching the game with fellow fans.
That’s the quick rundown. With dates, venues, streaming tips and player alerts all in one place, you’re ready to enjoy every scrum, line‑out and try the Six Nations 2025 throws at you.
