The Six Nations Championship has reached its penultimate stage, and the competition is reaching its peak. With Ireland leading the standings, they have the opportunity to secure back-to-back titles this weekend when they challenge England at Twickenham. Meanwhile, Wales and France are contending to avoid the Wooden Spoon, and Scotland will compete against Italy with hopes of a strong performance away from home.
Viewing the 2024 Six Nations on TV
Those interested in catching all the action are in luck. The 2024 Six Nations fixtures are being broadcasted on both the BBC and ITV in the UK. Additionally, the matches can be streamed for free on the BBC iPlayer and ITVX apps, available for download on mobile or tablet devices.
Upcoming Matches in the 2024 Six Nations:
Round Four
– Italy vs. Scotland
– England vs. Ireland
– Wales vs. France
Round Five
– Wales vs. Italy
– Ireland vs. Scotland
– France vs. England
The tournament will culminate on Saturday, March 16, also known as ‘Super Saturday’, when all three matches will take place on the same day.
Six Nations Table and Championship Predictions
Currently, Ireland is highly favoured to win the championship, with strong odds of 1/20. Scotland trails behind with odds of 22/1, while France, England, Wales, and Italy have longer odds of clinching the title.
The Six Nations Championship: Start and Finish
This year’s tournament commenced on February 2, 2024, when France faced Ireland in Marseille. The final round is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, and promises to be an epic finale.
The Future of Six Nations Broadcasting
The long-term future of the tournament on free-to-air TV remains uncertain, as the British Government has rejected calls to include the Six Nations on the list of sporting events that must be shown for free.
It is evident that the Six Nations Championship is set for an intense finish, and rugby enthusiasts are in for an exhilarating two weeks. Mark your calendars and prepare for some extraordinary action in the world of rugby.