Women's Six Nations Championship | World Rugby
World Rugby information on the Six Nations Championship rugby competition contested by the national teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales.
www.world.rugbyHere’s the latest on the Women’s Six Nations as of mid-May 2026.
Overview
- England’s Red Roses were defending champions and have been posting strong results in the 2026 edition, including a high-scoring win against Ireland in round one and a 62-24 demolition of Wales in round three. England’s title defense remains the focal point of the tournament this season.[1][2]
- The competition features England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales, with fixtures and results tracked throughout the 2026 campaign. France and Ireland have been among the teams pushing hard for upsets and title contention in recent rounds.[2][4]
Key developments
- Attendance and growth: The series has seen record or near-record attendances as interest in women’s rugby continues to rise, with coverage highlighting the sport’s expanding audience and stadium impact for the Red Roses campaign.[2]
- Match highlights and form: France’s and Ireland’s performances have created a competitive balance behind England, with several close fixtures and discussions around which team can challenge England’s hold on the title.[4][5]
Notable upcoming/recent fixtures
- England vs Ireland and England vs France matches have been pivotal in shaping the standings, with England aiming to consolidate their position while other nations chase important results to close the gap in the table.[1][4]
Sources
- Sky Sports: latest Women's Six Nations results and team news, including England’s 62-24 win over Wales and other round-three details.[1]
- Official Six Nations site: 2026 Women’s Six Nations news, attendance notes, and title-defence prep for the Red Roses.[2]
- World Rugby and other outlets: general context on the Women’s Six Nations competition and ongoing coverage in 2026.[3][6]
If you’d like, I can pull out a concise table of current standings, upcoming fixtures, and recent results, or pull a short recap of England’s title defense so far with key standout players.