The Six Nations concludes on Saturday with the best rugby sides in Europe again battling for spring supremacy. Ireland’s hopes of defending their title look to be lost, though there is still hope if they hold serve first before England’s trip to Wales and then a brilliant France host Scotland in the finale to this gripping championship.

The fifth and final game of Ireland’s 2025 Six Nations Championship campaign will be their third away match of the tournament and takes place in Rome.

Ireland have a glimmer of hope that they can retain their Six Nations crown on Saturday when they take on Italy in Rome, looking to bounce back from a painful