Ireland vs England LIVE rugby: Six Nations 2025 build-up and updates as hosts begin bid for history in Dublin
Ireland begin their bid for a historic third consecutive Six Nations crown as they face England, who denied them a grand slam last year, in Dublin.
The final match of the opening weekend of the tournament may just prove its most consequential, with Ireland attempting an unprecedented feat and England desperate to rebound from a difficult autumn. The hosts are under the direction of interim coach Simon Easterby while Andy Farrell prepares to take charge of the British and Irish Lions. The temporary boss has made a huge call at fly half, installing youngster Sam Prendergast as his chief playmaker after an impressive autumn.
Their Twickenham win over Ireland remains the high water mark of England under Borthwick, and their last victory over a side other than Japan. the head coach has also been bold in selection with Ben Curry joining twin brother Tom in the starting back row for the first time at international level. Maro Itoje is the new England captain and leads the visitors as they look to engineer a tournament-tilting triumph.
Follow all of the latest updates from the Aviva Stadium in our live blog below:
Yesterday’s action…
The first night of Six Nations action brought a real statement of intent as France dealt Wales their first nilling since 2007, with the remarkable Antoine Dupont the star of the show on his return to the competition.
Harry Latham-Coyle1 February 2025 13:30
The challenges standing between Ireland and Six Nations history
Ireland, meanwhile, are chasing a third successive title – but a few huge challenges stand between them and an unprecedented feat, as Michael Cooke explains:
Harry Latham-Coyle1 February 2025 13:15
It’s time for Steve Borthwick to deliver and this England decision will decide Six Nations fate
How much progress have England made under Steve Borthwick? They would claim plenty, but two years after the head coach’s arrival, their record is just 14 wins from 28 games. It’s time for this side to deliver…
Harry Latham-Coyle1 February 2025 13:00
Ireland vs England LIVE
The opening Six Nations weekend reaches a conclusion with perhaps the fixture of the round, Ireland out for revenge (and a first step towards history) against their 2024 conquerors England. The defending champions welcome Steve Borthwick’s side to Dublin this afternoon for a crunch clash, even at this early stage.
Kick off at the Aviva Stadium is at 4.45pm GMT.
Harry Latham-Coyle30 January 2025 16:52
