Nations Championship
A new international showdown that is set to redefine the global game. Are you ready for the Nations Championship? Take a look at some of the upcoming matches and packages available.
Nations Championship Hospitality
A new era of world rugby begins in 2026 as the Nations Championship takes centre stage. The tournament gathers elite teams from both hemispheres and delivers high-stakes clashes throughout the season. It introduces a Northern versus Southern Hemisphere format that features Six Nations sides facing SANZAAR nations, along with Japan and Fiji. The competition unfolds over six rounds in July and November and ends with a Finals Weekend to crown the top nation.
The July fixtures send teams on demanding away trips that test depth and strategy. November then brings decisive matches at iconic venues such as Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. Fans can expect world-class rugby throughout the tournament. The inaugural Nations Championship promises intensity, drama, and unforgettable rivalries.
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Frequently asked questions about Nations Championship
How does the Nations Championship work?
The Nations Championship will have each team play 6 matches: three in July and another three in November. Each match will feature a team from the opposite hemisphere. The results from the matches generate separate northern and southern tables, which then seed opponents for the finals weekend. Corresponding teams from each table will face each other - e.g. 1st v 1st, 2nd v 2nd, 3rd v 3rd, and so on.
What is the Nations Championship
The Nations Championship is a new biennial international rugby tournament featuring 12 of the world's leading men's teams from the northern and southern hemispheres.
It links the existing July and November Test windows into one global competition and culminates in a Finals Weekend to crown the champions.
What teams are competing in the Nations Championship?
The Six Nations Union of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales represents the Northern hemisphere teams.
The southern hemisphere group comprises the SANZAAR nations Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, and the two invitational teams of Japan and Fiji.
