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Six Nations
Ireland won their fourth Grand Slam in the 2023 Guinness Six Nations, sealing a clean sweep in Dublin for the first time ever.
Andy Farrell’s men survived a scare against 14-man England but were worthy winners after a supreme championship.
The world’s No 1 side will now turn all their attention to breaking their World Cup hoodoo, having never been past the quarter-finals in their history.
A huge year continues as England look to claim a fifth TikTok Women’s Six Nations title in a row when the opening round gets underway on 25 March.
Simon Middleton will leave his role as England coach after the championship and the Red Roses will be looking to shake off the disappointment of that agonising World Cup final defeat.
Following that, France are set to host the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2023, with the tournament set to be the most hotly-contested yet.
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Johnny Sexton celebrates in Dublin (Getty Images)
The women’s Six Nations will start this year with the exact same fixtures as the men – however, the competition has it’s own window and begins on 25 March with Wales taking on Ireland at Cardiff Arms Park, and England versus Scotland at Kingston Park the same day. Then on the Sunday, Italy host France in Parma.
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Guinness Six Nations Fixtures: Make sure you know when all the games are taking place in this piece.
Women’s Six Nations Fixtures: Stay up to date with all the games taking place in the women’s championship here.
Guinness Six Nations Tickets:Find out where to get any remaining tickets to watch the action.
Guinness Six Nations TV Coverage: Take a look at our handy guide on the TV schedule for the tournament so you don’t miss a moment of the action.
Women’s Six Nations TV Coverage: How to watch all the matches in the women’s championship.
Guinness Six Nations Table: Come tournament time, this page will keep you to date with how the teams stand.
Men’s Team Guides
Women’s Team Guides
England – Squad & Fixtures
France – Squad & Fixtures
Ireland – Squad & Fixtures
Italy – Squad & Fixtures
Scotland – Squad & Fixtures
Wales – Squad & Fixtures
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