The Six Nations title remains up for grabs heading to the final round of action on Super Saturday, March 15, 2025. This year's championship has certainly been thrilling, with countless dramatic moments over the seven-week competition, now poised for an exciting conclusion.
Four teams have the opportunity to claim victory on the last day, but fourth-placed Scotland requires remarkable circumstances to secure their first-ever championship since the tournament expanded its format.
Currently, France finds itself comfortably positioned after delivering an impressive performance, demolishing Ireland 42-27 last weekend. Despite the absence of their injured captain Antoine Dupont, France proved dominant, putting them on the verge of winning their first title since 2022 and only their second title since 2010.
Meanwhile, England sits second and is well-poised to capitalize on any potential misstep from the French. They face Wales, who after losing 16 Tests consecutively and struggling throughout the Six Nations, will be eager to earn their first victory.
The action kicks off on Super Saturday with Ireland needing to overturn their disappointing Grand Slam hopes. They face Italy, and to retain even the slightest hope of clinching their historic third consecutive title, they must secure a substantial win.
For France, any win over Scotland will suffice to clinch the title. A bonus-point victory for scoring four tries ensures they will reach 21 points, making it impossible for rivals to catch up, thanks to their impressive points difference of +106. A near-record performance against Italy last week contributed significantly to this margin.
With England positioned at 15 points, they require at least another bonus-point win against Wales to stay relevant. England can reach 20 points with such victory but would still need France to falter against Scotland.
Looking at Ireland, they stand two points behind France. The Irish squad, currently ranked third, can achieve at most 19 points. Their finals opportunity hinges on winning with a bonus point against Italy and watching closely as the other matches develop.
Scotland, coming off a hard-fought win against Wales at Murrayfield, sits fourth with 11 points. They can only dream of reaching 16 points, contingent on defeating France by 52 points—a nearly impossible feat. The odds are slim for Scotland, who need not only to win but to rely on England and Ireland losing.
On the other end of the table, Wales and Italy are already referred to as 'wooden spoon holders,' attempting to escape last place. Wales managed to snag two bonus points from their recent match against Scotland, but they still find themselves below Italy, who sits with just one point more, albeit with the worse points difference.
There are numerous scenarios playing out this Super Saturday, but the pressure on players will be palpable as they battle for the prestigious Six Nations title. The importance and intensity of this final clash promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
It’s going to be gripping! The rugby world watches closely as these teams vie for supremacy, each with their own unique paths to potential victory. Can France hold their fort? Will England capitalize on every opportunity? Or will Ireland mount one last heroic effort? And can Scotland defy all odds? Only Super Saturday will reveal the true champions of the Six Nations.