The Six Nations is back for another year with the home nations and continental contenders aiming to rustle up a strong showing across Europe this weekend.
Reigning champions France entered the competition as favourites to defend their title and will be keen to flex their muscles against Wales in Cardiff this Sunday.
Ireland are less fancied in 2026 than previous years despite the return of coach Andy Farrell, who missed last year's tournament due to leading the British & Irish Lions, and will be tested against Italy, who defeated Scotland on the opening Saturday.
England head to Edinburgh to face Scotland in the biggest battle of the weekend as they seek to continue their 12-match winning streak.
RadioTimes.com brings you all the TV coverage details for the Six Nations 2026.
Every Six Nations 2026 match will be shown live on BBC and ITV throughout the duration of the tournament.
BBC One and ITV1 will show each of the games, exposing millions to elite rugby union action on free-to-air TV.
Games will also be available to watch on BBC iPlayer and ITVX, so you don't have to miss a moment - even on the move.
You can tune into either platform via a range of devices, including smart TVs, laptops and smartphones, meaning you can catch every tackle, turnover and try.
Six Nations 2026 TV schedule
All UK time.
Thursday 5th February
France v Ireland (8:10pm) ITVSaturday 7th February
Italy v Scotland (2:10pm) BBC OneEngland v Wales (4:40pm) ITVRound 2
Saturday 14th February
Ireland v Italy (2:10pm) ITVScotland v England (4:40pm) ITVSunday 15th February
Wales v France (3:10pm) BBC OneSaturday 21st February
England v Ireland (2:10pm) ITVWales v Scotland (4:40pm) BBC OneSunday 22nd February
France v Italy (3:10pm) ITVRound 4
Friday 6th March
Ireland v Wales (8:10pm) ITVSaturday 7th March
Scotland v France (2:10pm) BBC OneItaly v England (4:40pm) ITVRound 5
Saturday 14th March
Ireland v Scotland (3:10pm) ITVWales v Italy (5:40pm) BBC OneFrance v England (8:10pm) ITVCheck out more of our Sport coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
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