THE BBC have announced their line-up for the Six Nations – and a new Match of the Day host will front the coverage.
But a former England captain was axed for the upcoming tournament.
GettyGabby Logan will present the BBC’s 2025 Six Nations coverage[/caption]
AFPIreland are looking to secure a first hat-trick in the history of the tournament[/caption]
Ireland hope to complete an unprecedented hat-trick of Six Nations titles and get their hands on the iconic trophy on March 15 – even with Andy Farrell stepping aside to focus on the British and Irish Lions.
The 2025 event gets underway in Paris on Friday night when France host Wales live on ITV.
The BBC’s first match will be on Saturday when Scotland take on Italy at Murrayfield.
And that will see Gabby Logan in the presenter’s hot seat.
Logan – who will join Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates in replacing Gary Lineker on Match of the Day from next season – is the Beeb’s rugby lead.
The experienced broadcaster, married to ex-Scotland rugby international Kenny Logan, said: “The Six Nations always brings unforgettable drama, passion, and incredible skill, and I’m so excited to see which players and teams will rise to the occasion this year.
“It’s a competition like no other, and we’re ready to bring it all to life for our audience.”
Logan will be joined on screen by a team of stellar pundits including Martin Johnson, Sam Warburton, John Barclay, Chris Paterson, Jonathan Davies, Danny Care, Tommy Bowe, Sergio Parisse and former referee Nigel Owens while Andrew Cotter is the main commentator.
Chris Jones will be the No1 on the BBC’s radio coverage – joined by analysts Matt Dawson, Paul Grayson, Chris Ashton, Johnnie Beattie, Fraser Brown, Philippa Tuttiett, Ken Owens and Donncha O’Callaghan.
However, there is a notable absentee from the Beeb’s 2025 line-up.
2025 Six Nations Fixtures & TV Schedule
Round 1
France v Wales | January 31 at 8.15pm | ITV
Scotland v Italy | February 1 at 2.15pm | BBC
Ireland v England | February 1 at 4.45pm | ITV
Round 2
Italy v Wales | February 8 at 2.15pm | ITV
England v France | February 8 at 4.45pm | ITV
Scotland v Ireland | February 9 at 3pm | BBC
Round 3
Wales v Ireland | February 22 at 2.15pm | BBC
England v Scotland | February 22 at 4.45pm | ITV
Italy v France | February 23 at 3pm | ITV
Round 4
Ireland v France | March 8 at 2.15pm | ITV
Scotland v Wales | March 8 at 4.45pm | BBC
England v Italy | March 9 at 3pm | ITV
Round 5
Italy v Ireland | March 15 at 2.15pm | ITV
Wales v England | March 15 at 4.45pm | BBC
France v Scotland | March 15 at 8pm | ITV
Dylan Hartley was part of the team for the broadcaster last year.
But the ex-Red Rose skipper – plus former France star Ben Kayser – have both been dropped.
ITV, meanwhile, have recruited Eddie Jones to be part of their panel of pundits which also features Jonny Wilkinson, Maggie Alphonsi and Brian O’Driscoll.
Four of England’s five matches are being shown live on ITV – including their opener in Ireland on Saturday.
The BBC’s only England game is their final round under the closed roof of the Principality Stadium on ‘Super Saturday’ on March 15.
Wales confirmed they will have the retractable roof across for all home fixtures for the next two years to guarantee conditions and boost the red-hot atmosphere.
GettyDylan Hartley has not been selected as a pundit this year[/caption] Creator – [#item_custom_dc:creator]
