Six Nations Championship 2026
About This Tournament
The 2026 Six Nations Championship, the annual international rugby union competition between England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. The oldest and most prestigious annual rugby tournament in the world.
Tournament Details
Sport
Rugby
Venue
Various Stadiums, Europe
Start Date
February 7, 2026
End Date
March 14, 2026
Participants
6 teams/fighters
Format
In-Person
Organizer
Six Nations Rugby
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