The Nations Championship is an international rugby tournament bringing together 12 leading national teams from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Its Northern Hemisphere group comprises England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales, while Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Japan and Fiji represent the Southern Hemisphere. The competition is designed to put longstanding rivalries and national pride on a global stage through a format in which every match and point counts.

Held every two years, the championship features six rounds, with fixtures played in July and November before a Finals Weekend determines the overall standings and the balance of power between the hemispheres. The 2026 edition includes matches at major rugby venues across several countries, culminating in Finals Weekend in London. Fans can explore fixtures, results, team information, statistics, news and video through the championship’s website, as well as access fantasy content and sign up for updates. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster Sport, the event’s official ticketing agent, giving supporters a way to experience the tournament live.