Six Nations 2019: When is it, fixtures, kick-off times, TV details, when are the squads announced, odds

Everything you need to know about the 2019 Six Nations

Friday 01 February 2019 08:17 EST

Eddie Jones selects his England Six Nations squad

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The 2019 Six Nations begins next month to signal the route to the Rugby World Cup, with Ireland bidding to become the first team to win back-to-back Grand Slams in the current era and both England and Wales looking to send out statements of intent ahead of their World Cup assaults.

Ireland will be the team to beat after their incredible 2018, with Joe Schmidt’s side running away with the Six Nations title last year as well as beating the All Blacks in the autumn – not to mention boasting the World Rugby Player of the Year in Johnny Sexton.

However, with England and Wales not far off them with the bookmakers, this year’s instalment promises to be as competitive as ever – particularly given that Ireland and Wales do not meet until the final weekend of the tournament while England face the daunting task of going to Dublin on the opening weekend and Cardiff in week three.

France and Scotland cannot be discounted either, with both sides holding the potential to beat any team if they hit their stride on their day, while Italy Rugby will be looking to get back to winning ways after last season’s winless campaign.

Here’s everything you need to know about the 2019 Six Nations.