The second round of the 2024 Six Nations kicks off on Saturday with Scotland hosting France at Murrayfield before England face Wales at Twickenham. Ireland welcome Italy to Dublin on Sunday.
Ireland are brimming with “huge belief” after kicking off their Six Nations defense last week by demolishing pre-tournament favorites France.
England survived a scare at the Stadio Olimpico to begin their post-World Cup rebuilding process with victory in Italy.
The final game of the opening weekend saw Scotland almost see one of the most remarkable comebacks in recent memory as they finally put an end to their 22-year Cardiff bust against Wales.
When does the 2024 Six Nations start and finish?
This year’s Six Nations kicks off on Friday night, 2 February 2024, with France taking on Ireland in Marseille.
The final round will be on Saturday, March 16, i.e. ‘Super Saturday’, and all three matches will be played on the same day.
How to watch the 2024 Six Nations on TV?
This year’s fixtures will continue to be shown in the UK on both the BBC and ITV. Live broadcasts are available for free on the BBC iPlayer and ITVX apps and can be downloaded to mobile or tablet devices.
The long-term future of the Six Nations on free-to-air TV is uncertain after the British Government rejected calls for the tournament to be added to the list of sporting events that must be shown free-to-air.
All 2024 Six Nations fixtures
All times GMT
first round
second part
Saturday, February 10: Scotland v France
Saturday, February 10: England v Wales
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To start: 16.45
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Place: Twickenham Stadium, London
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Judge: James Doleman (New Zealand)
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Channel: ITV
Sunday, February 11: Ireland v Italy
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To start: 3 p.m.
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Place: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
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Judge: Pierre Brousset (France)
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Channel: ITV
third round
Saturday, February 24: Ireland v Wales
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To start: 14.15
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Place: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
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Judge: Andrea Piardi (Ita)
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Channel: ITV
Saturday, February 24: Scotland v England
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To start: 16.45
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Place: Murrayfield, Edinburgh
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Judge: Andrew Brace (Ire)
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Channel: BBC
Sunday, February 25: France v Italy
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To start: 3 p.m.
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place: Decathlon Arena, Lille
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Judge: Christophe Ridley (ENG)
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Channel: ITV
fourth round
Saturday, March 9: Italy v Scotland
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To start: 14.15
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place: Stadio Olimpico, Rome
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Judge: Jaco Peyper (SA)
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Channel: ITV
Saturday, March 9: England v Ireland
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To start: 16.45
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place: Twickenham Stadium, Cardiff
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Judge: Nika Amashukeli (Geography)
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Channel: ITV
Sunday, March 10: Wales v France
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To start: 3 p.m.
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Place: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
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Judge: Luke Pearce (ENG)
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Channel: BBC
fifth round
Saturday, March 16: Wales – Italy,
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To start: 14.15
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Place: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
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Judge: Mathieu Raynal (France)
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Channel: BBC
Saturday, March 16: Ireland v Scotland
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To start: 16.45
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Place: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
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Judge: Matthew Carley (ENG)
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Channel: ITV
Saturday, March 16: France v England
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To start: 8pm
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Place: Groupama Stadium, Lyon
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Judge: Angus Gardner (Australia)
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Channel: ITV
Six Nations first round highlights
Les Bleus feels the sadness
Ireland’s 38-17 defeat at home left France last in the men’s standings for the first time since finishing with the wooden spoon in 2013.
It was the first time in the Six Nations era that they had conceded five tries in a home game, and only once had they conceded more points at home, losing 43-35 to Wales in 2001 – in fact it was only the sixth time they had lost a game. 30 or more at home.
The 21-point deficit was their heaviest home defeat; They lost just 14 of 61 such games, only their fourth by double digits. England won 24-13 in 2008, 31-21 in 2016, and Wales won 16-6 in 2013.
For Ireland, it was only their fourth Six Nations win in France, having previously broken the record points total against Les Bleus in 2006 when they lost 43-31.
Wales’ struggle is short-lived
Les Bleus were guaranteed last place as both matches on Saturday ended close to each other, with Wales and Italy losing bonus points.
That didn’t appear to be the case when Warren Gatland’s side fell 27-0 down to Scotland shortly after half-time, but James Botham’s effort sparked a remarkable comeback that failed to set a new Six Nations record.
Wales’ win over France in 2019, when they trailed 16-0 at half-time to win 24-19 with two tries from George North, was the largest deficit ever overcome to win a match in the Six Nations or previous seasons. Scotland were 31-0 down against England in 2019 and 25-6 against Wales in 2001.
Had Wales managed to get the job done on Saturday they would have matched the third biggest comeback win in Test history.
Korea’s 38-36 victory over Chile in 2016 holds the record, falling behind 36-7 by a 29-point score. Fiji bounced back in 2010 to beat Tonga 41-38 with scores of 28-0 and 31-3, and Chile were on the opposite side of another stunning comeback in 2007, leading Uruguay 27-0 at half-time but losing 35-34. defeated.
England’s victory did not require the same drama as Rome, despite falling behind twice in the first half. Monty Ioane’s 80-point try four minutes into regulation put the visitors ahead by 10 points and made the final score 27-24, earning Italy the bonus point.
Who are the favorites to win the 2024 Six Nations?
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Ireland wins: 1/4
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England wins: 17/2
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Scotland wins: 12/1
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France wins: 22/1
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Wales wins: 100/1
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Italy wins: 500/1
Odds correct for February 7
How can I buy tickets to matches?
You should consult each country’s own association website for information on match tickets. Availability will vary greatly depending on the fixture you are hoping to purchase tickets for.