3 days ago · With the 2025 Six Nations tournament underway, we're taking a look at the history and some fun stats from the famous rugby tournament.

The Men's Six Nations Championship (known as the Guinness Men's Six Nations, Guinness branded as M6N) [a] is an annual international rugby union competition between the teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. It is also the oldest sports tournament ever between Home Nations.

1871, England and Scotland played the first rugby union international with the latter coming out on top. After 12 years of occasional friendly…

Embark on a journey through time with the Guinness Men's Six Nations History & Origins and trace the roots of this iconic rugby championship

Feb 8, 2024 · The Six Nations has had a long and illustrious history as the premier international rugby tournament in the northern hemisphere. Ireland, Wales and Scotland have competed in all 128 tournaments since its inception.

Held annually, it features six of Europe’s rugby powerhouses: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales. From its humble beginnings as a competition between four nations to its current status as a global spectacle, the Six Nations has become a …

Jan 27, 2025 · Rugby's greatest championship has been played in some form or another since 1883, becoming the modern Six Nations in 2000.

Jan 27, 2025 · The Six Nations is an annual rugby union tournament featuring England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. Established in 1883, it is a firm favourite with even casual sports fans thanks to its presence on terrestrial television, although there are reports it could go behind a paywall from next year.

Aug 24, 2024 · The origins of the Six Nations Championship can be traced back to the late 19th century, a time when rugby was gaining popularity across the British Isles. The first iteration of …

Jan 27, 2025 · BBC Sport explores how the Six Nations has evolved since 2000, from landmark moments to thrilling finishes and record try counts.