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Six Nations 2026 predictions: our writers on who will win and why

England have strength in depth, but France have history on their side, a returning hero, and hosting duties for the potentially decisive finale

The Guardian - UK

Is France vs Ireland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the tournament opener

The Independent UK

Six Nations 2026 table, fixtures, schedule and results as France take early lead

Find out when and where to watch every game

Evening Standard

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How to watch France vs Ireland FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for Six Nations rugby

The most recent Six Nations champions battle it out on opening night

Evening Standard

Dupont’s France return can rock Ireland’s unstable foundations in Six Nations opener

If a talented Les Bleus click, the results could be spectacular against a much-changed Ireland with umpteen tricky questions to answer

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Welsh rugby: enduring an existential crisis with cultural roots

Editorial: As the Six Nations Championship kicks off, a nation that bestrode the game in the 1960s and 70s is struggling to compete

The Guardian - UK

Caelan Doris wary of returning Antoine Dupont despite forgiveness over Dublin injury

Dupont has not made an international appearance since rupturing his ACL against Ireland last March but will return for France in Thursday evening’s Six Nations curtain-raiser

The Independent UK

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Josh Macleod raring for England ‘war zone’ in Wales’ Six Nations opener

Wales travel to Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium for their Six Nations opener

The Independent UK

ITV to screen ads before scrums during Six Nations games

Up to two commercials will air during breaks in play before a scrum in each half of Thursday’s Six Nations Championship opener, it is understood.

Evening Standard

The minor Six Nations change that could have a major impact on this year’s champions

France, England and Ireland are the leading contenders for the title – but could a shock be in store?

The Independent UK

ITV’s Six Nations coverage to feature in-play ad breaks for first time

The broadcaster shares rights in the United Kingdom with the BBC

The Independent UK

ITV to screen in-game adverts for first time during rugby union’s Six Nations

ITV will screen in-game commercials for the first time during the Six Nations opener between France and Ireland at Stade de France on Thursday

The Guardian - UK

Six Nations 2026: How to watch every match for FREE on TV and online

A new broadcasting deal is good news for rugby fans - but there are some changes

Evening Standard

Why is Six Nations starting on Thursday? France vs Ireland decision explained

Antoine Dupont is back as title challengers collide in blockbuster opener in Paris

Evening Standard

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The Guardian - UK

‘Swagger’ and mindset change is key for England in Six Nations glory chase

Tommy Freeman knows an 11-match winning run brings expectation, but the England centre is sure they can thrive under pressure

Evening Standard

France vs Ireland, Six Nations 2026: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h results, odds today

Tournament starts on a Thursday night in Paris as Antoine Dupont returns

The Independent UK

Andy Farrell explains Jacob Stockdale recall for Six Nations opener: ‘He’s back to being himself’

Stockdale, the 2018 Six Nations player of the tournament, has been on the periphery under Farrell but is preferred to James Lowe against France

The Guardian - UK

England optimistic injured backline quartet will be ready for Calcutta Cup return

England are hoping to welcome back several of their backline for the Calcutta Cup match in round two of the Six Nations

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The Guardian - UK

England must overcome history of post-Lions hangovers to lift Six Nations title

In the professional era, there is a common denominator that suggests France and Ireland might be worth backing for 2026

The Independent UK

Sam Prendergast gets fly half nod and James Lowe left out as Ireland reveal team for Six Nations opener

Prendergast starts at fly half in a new-look Irish backline

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2027 schedule released as England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland learn pool stage dates and locations

Steve Borthwick’s England travel to Brisbane to begin their campaign against Tonga, while hosts Australia kick the tournament off in Perth against Hong Kong

The Independent UK

Steve Borthwick expects ‘big roar’ when Maro Itoje steps off England bench

Jamie George will lead the team into the Guinness Six Nations opener against Wales.

The Independent UK

Six new(ish) faces to watch in the 2026 Six Nations

Who are some potential breakthrough stars of the championship?

Evening Standard

Six Nations 2026: Maro Itoje on the bench as Steve Borthwick names England team to face Wales

Captain arrived late at training camp after attending mother’s funeral

The Independent UK

Maro Itoje on the bench for England’s Six Nations opener against Wales

Captain Itoje is only among the replacements for the Twickenham clash, with Jamie George skippering Steve Borthwick’s side against reigning Six Nations wooden spoon holders Wales

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