Women's Six Nations: Schedule, standings and how to watch

The next round of the Women’s Six Nations is almost upon us and preparation is well underway for this week’s fixtures.

England is trying to cement further championship glory this year, following an impressive five-year winning streak.

Having won the Six Nations 18 times, secured 16 Grand Slams throughout the tournament’s history, and known for their impenetrable maul, the team is certainly the one to beat.

This year, England is being headed by coach John Mitchell and led by England captain Marlie Packer.

While England face competition from Scotland, Wales, Ireland, France, and Italy, the team is already on track to clinch a sixth successive triumph.

After a promising start, England will go head-to-head this week against Scotland as Round 3 kicks into gear.

Commenting on the new partnership with Guinness, Stephen O’Kelly, Diageo’s Global Brand Director for Guinness, said: “We are fully committed to the game of rugby and the values it supports in creating an inclusive game for everyone. That’s why we are proud that Guinness will become the Title Partner of the Women’s Six Nations in 2024, alongside the extension of its Title Partnership of the Men’s Championship.

“This new partnership will help support the skill and talent of the women’s competition to surge forward towards a level playing field between the men’s and women’s game. It is our goal to Never Settle until rugby is a place where everyone belongs, where we hold nothing back, and where we unite together in sport and life.

“This is a new era for Guinness Rugby, and we can’t wait for it to kick off. Let’s raise a Guinness to the future of these Championships, which are set to be as exciting for the fans as they will be for us.”

Here’s everything you need to know about this season’s Women’s Six Nations Championship.

The Women’s Six Nations started on March 23 and will conclude on April 27. Across five rounds, the teams will compete for victory, as well as crucial World Cup qualification spots in 2025.

Round one and round two have already ended, with England and France’s teams steaming to the top of the standings.

However, there’s still all to play for. The remaining schedule for the Women’s Six Nations Championship is:

Scotland vs England (2.15pm) Ireland vs Wales (4.45pm)

France vs Italy (12.30pm)

England vs Ireland (2.15pm) Italy vs Scotland (4.45pm)

Wales vs France (3.15pm)

Wales vs Italy (12.15pm) Ireland vs Scotland (2.30pm) France vs England (4.45pm)

England’s Red Roses have made an incredible start, having already secured two bonus-point victories in the tournament.

The current standings are:

All of this year’s matches are being aired on either BBC One or BBC Two.

Sonja McLaughlan, Jade Konkel, and Maggie Alphonsi will present the upcoming match between Scotland and England on BBC One from 2 pm.

You can also watch the matches live from your laptops and tablets via BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport online.