The 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament live broadcasts see England attempt to maintain their dominance of the tournament by winning an eighth consecutive championship.
2025 was a huge year for the Red Roses. Having already matched their seven consecutive Six Nations appearances between 2006 and 2012, they then won a first World Cup in over a decade in front of an adoring home crowd. The world’s number one team has a new general in place for this one, with the inspirational Megan Jones taking over captaincy duties from pregnant Zoe Stratford (nee Aldcroft).
If anyone is likely to stop them, it will likely be France – the last team outside of England to get their hands on the trophy – and, if both teams remain undefeated, they will stage a title decider in Bordeaux on the final weekend. Ireland have last year’s player of the tournament, Aoife Wafer, in their ranks and will be hoping to rise to the challenge. Italy, Scotland and a Welsh team trying to avoid three trotting wooden spoons make up the sextet.
Here’s where to watch the 2026 Women’s Six Nations live streams online from anywhere, potentially FREE.
Watch the 2026 Women’s Six Nations for FREE
All matches of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament will be streamed live and free in the UK, Ireland and France – no paywalls.
🇫🇷 United Kingdom: BBC iPlayer
🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ Player And Blank Media Set
🇫🇷France: French television
What if you are abroad? NordVPN will unlock your free Women’s Six Nations streams – more on that below.
Next matches of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament – Day 1
|
Match |
Date |
Kick-off times |
Place |
Broadcasters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
France vs Italy |
Saturday April 11 |
12:25 p.m. BST / 7:25 a.m. ET |
Stade des Alpes, Grenoble (France) |
BBC iPlayer, RTÉ Player, Peacock |
|
England v Ireland |
Saturday April 11 |
2:25 p.m. BST / 9:25 a.m. ET |
Twickenham Stadium, London (England) |
BBC iPlayer, RTÉ Player, Peacock |
|
Wales v Scotland |
Saturday April 11 |
4:40 p.m. BST / 11:40 a.m. ET |
Principality Stadium, Cardiff (Wales) |
BBC iPlayer, Virtual machine playback, Peacock |
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How to watch 2026 Women’s Six Nations live streams in the US
Every match of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament will be broadcast live on Peacock in the United States.
The proper Peacock TV subscriptions start from $10.99 per month and you will also be able to watch Premier League football and the upcoming FIFA World Cup on the platform.
Outside the United States for the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament? To use NordVPN to access your usual streams.
How to watch 2026 Women’s Six Nations live streams in the UK
Rugby fans in the UK can watch the Women’s Six Nations for FREE – on television and online.
At least two matches per round will be broadcast on traditional BBC television channels, while each match will be broadcast online using the BBC iPlayer website and mobile applications.
If you are outside the UK but you would like to benefit from your usual coverage, consult NordVPN and follow the instructions above.
The BBC is a free service, but to use it you must have a valid UK TV license as this also covers consumption of digital content.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations in Ireland
As mentioned above, broadcast duties for the 2026 Women’s Six Nations will be shared between free-to-air broadcasters RTÉ and Virgin Media.
Their respective streaming platforms RTÉ Player And Blank Media Set will show every match of the tournament, so you don’t miss any tries or tackles.
Are you not in Ireland at the moment? Check NordVPN.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations in Australia
In Australia, the matches of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament will take place Stan Sports.
To see every match, rugby fans will need to subscribe to Stan Sport. It costs $20 per month on top of a regular Stan subscription, which costs from $12 per month.
Are you away from Australia at the moment? Use a VPN to watch Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch live streams of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations in New Zealand
Sky Sport Reviews is the television rights holder for the 2026 Women’s Six Nations in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $59.99 per month.
Missing a match due to overseas commitments? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
2026 Women’s Six Nations Fixtures FAQ
When does the 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament start?
The 2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament begins with a hat-trick on Saturday April 11. The final round of matches – known as Great Sunday – is played on Sunday May 17.
Can I watch the 2026 Women’s Six Nations on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters offer streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through your phone’s browser. For example, BBC iPlayer, RTÉ Player, Virgin Media Play and Peacock all have dedicated mobile apps.
You can also stay up to date with all things Six Nations on the official social channels on X (@Womens6Nations), YouTube (@thewomenssixnations), Facebook (Guinness Women’s Six Nations) and Instagram (@womenssixnations).
2026 Women’s Six Nations Tournament: Calendar
ROUND 1
📅 Saturday April 11
France vs Italy | 12:25 p.m. BST / 7:25 a.m. ET / 4:25 a.m. PT / 9:25 p.m. AEST
Stade des Alpes, Grenoble, France
England v Ireland | 2:25 p.m. BST / 9:25 a.m. ET / 6:25 a.m. PT / 11:25 p.m. AEST
Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, England
Wales v Scotland | 4:40 p.m. BST / 11:40 a.m. ET / 8:40 a.m. PT / 1:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Principality Stadium, Cardiff, Wales
ROUND 2
📅 Saturday April 18
Scotland v England | 1:30 p.m. BST / 8:30 a.m. ET / 5:30 a.m. PT / 10:30 p.m. AEST
Murrayfield Scottish Gas, Edinburgh, Scotland
Wales v France | 3:35 p.m. BST / 10:35 a.m. ET / 7:35 a.m. PT / 12:35 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff, Wales
Ireland vs Italy | 5:40 p.m. BST / 12:40 p.m. ET / 9:40 a.m. PT / 2:40 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Dexcom Stadium, Galway, Ireland
ROUND 3
📅 Saturday April 25
England v Wales | 2:15 p.m. BST / 9:15 a.m. ET / 6:15 a.m. PT / 11:15 p.m. AEST
Ashton Gate, Bristol, England
Italy vs Scotland | 4:30 p.m. BST / 11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT / 1:30 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma, Italy
France vs Ireland | 8:10 p.m. BST / 3:10 p.m. ET / 12:10 p.m. PT / 5:10 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Stade Marcel-Michelin, Clermont-Ferrand, France
ROUND 4
📅 Saturday May 9
Italy vs England | 2:00 p.m. BST / 9:00 a.m. ET / 6:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 p.m. AEST
Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma, Italy
Scotland v France | 4:15 p.m. BST / 11:15 a.m. ET / 8:15 a.m. PT / 1:15 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Hive Stadium, Edinburgh, Scotland
Ireland v Wales | 6:30 p.m. BST / 1:30 p.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. PT / 3:30 a.m. AEST (Sun)
Ravenhill Stadium, Belfast, Northern Ireland
ROUND 5
📅 Sunday May 17
Wales v Italy | 12:15 p.m. BST / 7:15 a.m. ET / 4:15 a.m. PT / 9:15 p.m. AEST
Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff, Wales
Ireland v Scotland | 2:30 p.m. BST / 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 p.m. AEST
Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland
France vs England | 4:45 p.m. BST / 11:45 a.m. ET / 8:45 a.m. PT / 1:45 a.m. AEST (Monday)
Atlantic Stadium, Bordeaux, France
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