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The Independent
15-03-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Wales vs England LIVE: Latest build-up and updates from Six Nations as visitors look to stay in title hunt
Old rivals will renew hostilities as title-chasing England come to Cardiff for a meeting with Wales on Six Nations 'Super Saturday'. The championship's fate is out of England's hands but Steve Borthwick 's side can heap the pressure on France, who host Scotland later, by moving clear at the top of the table with a bonus-point win. A slightly curious campaign continued with a comfortable win over Italy in which England showed more attacking ambition yet lacked the ruthlessness characteristic of a top team. Having made some bold selection calls, Borthwick has urged his side to play bravely and not be cowed by the Cardiff crowd. The Welsh supporters will be relishing the prospect of possibly spoiling their favourite rivals' title chances. It has been a long period of woe for the national men's team, with a run of 16 successive defeats stretching back to the 2023 Rugby World Cup. But the arrival of Matt Sherratt as interim coach has brought fresh energy and hope that this could yet be a famous day... Follow all of the latest from the Principality Stadium in our live blog below: How to watch Wales v England Wales vs England is due to kick off at 4.45pm GMT on Saturday 15 March at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on BBC One, with coverage on the channel from 4pm GMT. A live stream will be available via the BBC iPlayer. Luke Baker15 March 2025 10:12 Everything you need to know about Wales v England England will look to take the clubhouse lead on Six Nations Super Saturday as they travel to Cardiff to take on Wales. Ever an eagerly-anticipated fixture, the rivalry takes on extra meaning on the final day of the championship with the visitors looking to put the pressure on France, who play Scotland to conclude the tournament. A bonus point win for England would take them clear at the top of the table and force Fabien Galthie's side to win to wrap up the title. But the hosts would love nothing more than ending England's chances as they look to snap their long losing run to finish Matt Sherratt's encouraging interim stint with a flourish. Here's everything you need to know: Is Wales vs England on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash Everything you need to know ahead of the final round clash Luke Baker15 March 2025 10:01 Wales v England Welcome to The Independent's coverage of Six Nations Super Saturday, which has the second game being a fascinating clash between Wales and England in Cardiff. That one starts at 4.55pm and we'll have full live coverage Luke Baker15 March 2025 09:50
The Independent
15-03-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Italy vs Ireland LIVE: Latest build-up and updates as Six Nations Super Saturday begins
Ireland know a win is a must to preserve their Six Nations title hopes as they kick off Super Saturday against Italy. A hectic final day could be in store with three teams harbouring somewhat realistic hopes of securing the championship. France begin in pole position with a bonus-point win making certain of their place at the top of the table when they play Scotland later having dashed Ireland's grand slam dreams with a Dublin dismantling last weekend. But the pressure could be piled on Fabien Galthie 's side both by the men in green and England, who play Wales in the middle fixture on this decisive day. First, though, it will be the defending champions looking to finish with a flourish and move back to the top of the Six Nations tree. An historic three-peat may now feel unlikely but all Ireland can do is take care of business against an Italian team reeling after two poor performances against France and England. How to watch Italy v Ireland Ireland vs Italy is due to kick off at 2.15pm GMT on Saturday 15 March at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on ITV1, with coverage on the channel from 1.30pm GMT. A live stream will be available via ITVX. Luke Baker15 March 2025 10:12 Everything you need to know about Italy v Ireland Ireland know a win is a must if they are to preserve they faint Six Nations title hopes as they take on Italy on Super Saturday. The grand slam dreams were dashed by a drubbing at the hands of France in the penultimate round to leave Les Bleus in control of their own destiny as they prepare to take on Scotland in the championship denouement. Ireland's hopes of an historic third straight title require a French slip-up in Paris and England failing to take a full five points against Wales. All Simon Easterby's side can do, though, is put the pressure on by beating an Italian team that have struggled defensively in their last two outings. Here's everything you need to know: Is Italy vs Ireland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash Everything you need to know ahead of the final round clash Luke Baker15 March 2025 10:00 Italy v Ireland Welcome to The Independent's coverage of Six Nations Super Saturday, which kicks off with a fascinating clash between Italy and Ireland in Rome. That one starts at 2.15pm and we'll have full live coverage Luke Baker15 March 2025 09:55
