The Six Nations is the biggest rugby betting event of the year for Irish punters, and the 2027 championship runs from 5 February to 13 March. This guide covers the fixtures, the main betting markets and what to check before you bet. It is a guide to how betting works, not a tipping service, and there are no guaranteed winners.
What are Ireland’s 2027 Six Nations fixtures?
- Round 1: Ireland v England, Aviva Stadium, Friday 5 February.
- Round 2: Italy v Ireland, Rome, Saturday 13 February.
- Round 3: Wales v Ireland, Cardiff, Saturday 20 February.
- Round 4: Scotland v Ireland, Edinburgh, Friday 5 March.
- Round 5: Ireland v France, Aviva Stadium, Saturday 13 March.
Fixtures are as confirmed by Irish Rugby. Check kick-off times before you bet, as broadcasters and unions can change them.
What are the main Six Nations betting markets?
- Championship winner: an outright market that runs for the whole tournament, with prices moving after every round.
- Match result and handicap: rugby handicaps give one side a points start, so a strong favourite can be a longer price on the handicap line.
- Winning margin: bands such as 1 to 12 points or 13 to 24 points.
- Grand Slam and Triple Crown: markets on a team winning all five games, or a home nation beating the other three.
- Try scorer and player markets: first, anytime or last try scorer, common in bet builders.
- Wooden spoon: which team finishes bottom.
How do the Six Nations points and bonus points work?
A win is worth four points and a draw two. A team also earns a bonus point for scoring four or more tries in a match, and a bonus point for losing by seven points or fewer. A team that wins all five games gets a further three points for the Grand Slam, so it cannot be caught on points. This matters for outright bets because bonus points can decide a tight table.
What should you check before betting on the Six Nations?
- Squad announcements and injuries, usually confirmed in the days before each match.
- Home advantage and travel, as venues such as Cardiff and Edinburgh can be hard places to win.
- Weather and conditions, which affect try-scoring and kicking games.
- Rest and recovery between rounds, especially the short turnaround weeks.
- Prices at several licensed bookmakers, as outright and handicap lines can differ.
Read our bet types guide and how betting odds work if any of these terms are new, and use the bet calculator to check returns on an accumulator.
Where can you bet on the Six Nations in Ireland?
With a bookmaker licensed for Irish customers. See our betting sites in Ireland and how to check a bookmaker is licensed.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 Six Nations?
The 2027 men’s Six Nations runs from 5 February to 13 March 2027.
Who does Ireland play in the 2027 Six Nations?
England at home, Italy away, Wales away, Scotland away and France at home, according to the fixtures confirmed by Irish Rugby.
What is the difference between the Grand Slam and the Triple Crown?
A Grand Slam means winning all five matches. The Triple Crown goes to a home nation, meaning Ireland, England, Scotland or Wales, that beats the other three.
Are Six Nations predictions reliable?
No. They are opinion, and upsets happen, so treat any prediction as one input and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
Keep it in perspective
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