Watch Six Nations 2025 Online Free: Fixtures, TV Channels & Apps

The highly anticipated annual rugby tournament, Six Nations 2025, is set to begin soon.

All matches will be available for live streaming on various platforms, making it easy for fans worldwide to tune in.

Last year, Ireland emerged victorious in the championship for the second consecutive year, although they did not secure a Grand Slam. They are considered strong contenders for the title, along with France and England.

Stay updated on the Six Nations coverage schedule below.

Six Nations 2025: Fixtures & TV channels

Check out the complete list of Six Nations games scheduled over the five weeks. The list includes dates, teams playing, kick-off times, and broadcasting channels in the UK. All times are in GMT, and the first team mentioned is the home team.

Round 1

• Fri 31 Jan – France vs Wales- 8:15pm on ITV, S4C
• Sat 1 Feb – Scotland vs Italy – 2:15pm on BBC
• Sat 1 Feb – Ireland vs England – 4:45pm on ITV

Round 2

• Sat 8 Feb – Italy vs Wales – 2:15pm, ITV, S4C
• Sat 8 Feb – England vs France – 4:45pm, ITV
• Sun 9 Feb – Scotland vs Ireland – 3:00pm, BBC

Round 3

• Sat 22 Feb – Wales vs Ireland – 2:15pm, BBC, S4C
• Sat 22 Feb – England vs Scotland – 4:45pm, ITV
• Sun 23 Feb – Italy vs France – 3:00pm, ITV

Round 4

• Sat 8 Mar – Ireland vs France – 2:15pm, ITV
• Sat 8 Mar – Scotland vs Wales – 4:45pm, BBC, S4C
• Sun 9 Mar – England vs Italy – 3:00pm, ITV

Round 5

• Sat 15 Mar – Italy vs Ireland – 2:15pm, ITV
• Sat 15 Mar- Wales vs England – 4:45pm, BBC, S4C
• Sat 15 Mar – France vs Scotland – 8:00pm, ITV

Watch Six Nations online for free

All matches will be broadcast on BBC One or ITV One in the UK, allowing viewers to watch on TV or online. S4C will also air all Wales games.

To watch live online on a PC or laptop, viewers can use BBC iPlayer and ITVX.

For an ad-free experience and additional features like simultaneous streams and downloads, viewers can opt for ITVX Premium, which offers a free 7-day trial before charging £5.99 per month or £59.99 annually.

BBC One will also air a highlights show called Six Nations Rugby Special, hosted by Ugo Monye, available on BBC Two and iPlayer from 6:00pm on Sundays.

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If you are using a mobile device, ensure you are connected to Wi-Fi to avoid excessive data charges.

A valid TV Licence is required to stream live rugby matches on any device. Make sure to check the regulations: Do I need a TV Licence?

Additionally, the documentary series Six Nations: Full Contact season 2 can be viewed on Netflix.

Watching the Six Nations abroad

If you are overseas and wish to watch the Six Nations, you can utilize a VPN (virtual private network) such as NordVPN or Surfshark.

Simply open the VPN, log in, and select a UK server to change your IP address to a UK location.

Once connected, access BBC iPlayer or ITVX to enjoy the content. For detailed information, refer to our guide on the best VPN services.

Moreover, check with your local broadcaster for international coverage, which may include FR2, Sky Italia, ESPN, or Supersport.