If you’ve been trying to track down where exactly to watch the rugby Autumn Internationals this year, you’re not alone. The mix of UK broadcasters, Irish free-to-air options, and streaming services can make even a diehard fan feel like they’re decoding a foreign language. The good news: for the November 2025 window, TNT Sports leads the charge across the UK and Ireland, with some matches also landing on RTÉ, Virgin Media, and S4C depending on which team you follow.

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Event Window: November 2025 · Ireland Fixtures Announced: 18 February 2025 · Key Venue: Aviva Stadium · Participating Unions: England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales · Opponents: Southern Hemisphere teams

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Ireland confirmed to host three SH teams at Aviva Stadium (Irish Rugby)
  • Autumn Nations Series runs November 1–29, 2025 (Radio Times)
2What’s unclear
  • Full TV broadcast schedules for all venues
  • Confirmed kick-off times for Week 3 and Week 4 matches
  • Ticket sales dates beyond general releases
3Timeline signal
  • Ireland fixtures announced on 18 February 2025 (Irish Rugby)
  • Twickenham Finals Weekend tickets went on general sale March 11, 2025 (Irish Rugby)
4What’s next
  • November 1: England v Australia, Scotland v USA, Ireland v New Zealand
  • Full four-week Nations Series through November 29
Detail Information
Official Name Autumn Nations Series / Quilter Nations Series
Dates November 1–29, 2025
Ireland Announcement 18 February 2025
Key Venue Aviva Stadium
UK Primary Broadcaster TNT Sports
Ireland FTA Options RTÉ, Virgin Media

Where can I watch Autumn Internationals 2025?

The broadcast landscape for the 2025 Autumn Nations Series splits clearly between the UK and Ireland, with different free-to-air options depending on which team you’re cheering for.

UK broadcasters

TNT Sports serves as the primary home for the Autumn Nations Series in the United Kingdom. According to Rugby World, the broadcaster covers “every Quilter Nations Series fixture” with live coverage available on the platform. Streaming runs through discovery+ for UK viewers and NOW TV in Ireland.

Premier Sports carries select matches as well, reportedly airing fixtures like Barbarians vs All Blacks XV on November 1 at 1:15 PM. RugbyPass TV also streams international matches, including games like Georgia vs USA on November 8 at 12:00 PM.

Ireland options

For Irish viewers, the picture includes both subscription and free-to-air options. RTÉ provides free coverage for Ireland’s home matches against Japan (November 8), Australia (November 15), and South Africa (November 22). Virgin Media carries the Ireland v New Zealand fixture on free-to-air.

TNT Sports remains available in Ireland through NOW TV, ensuring that all Nations Series matches remain accessible regardless of which platform Irish fans prefer.

Streaming services

The primary streaming route in the UK runs through discovery+, which carries the full TNT Sports lineup. NOW TV offers an alternative for Irish viewers who want TNT Sports coverage without a long-term commitment. RugbyPass TV rounds out the options for those hunting more obscure international fixtures.

The upshot

UK viewers face a subscription barrier for most matches through TNT Sports and discovery+. Irish fans have more luck with free-to-air coverage from RTÉ for the home nations’ biggest games, but the New Zealand fixture remains a premium broadcast.

What TV channel is showing the rugby Autumn Internationals?

Breaking down the specific channels for each home union helps clarify the picture for viewers focused on particular teams.

England home games

England matches at Allianz Stadium (Twickenham) air primarily on TNT Sports and discovery+. The November 1 fixture against Australia kicks off at 3:10 PM UK time, with the November 15 clash against New Zealand scheduled for 15:10 at Allianz Stadium. England v Fiji on November 8 completes the Three Lions’ home slate.

Ireland home games

RTÉ carries Ireland’s three November home matches at Aviva Stadium: Japan (November 8, 12:40 PM), Australia (November 15, 20:10), and South Africa (November 22, 17:40). The TNT Sports partnership ensures Irish viewers also have access through the subscription platform. TNT Sports joined as a broadcast partner last year and continues for 2025 in both UK and Ireland.

Scotland and Wales

Scotland matches at Murrayfield appear on TNT Sports 2 and discovery+, with Scotland v USA on November 1 kicking off at 5:40 PM UK time. Wales matches at Principality Stadium also appear on TNT Sports, but S4C offers free-to-air coverage for Welsh viewers. Wales vs Japan on November 15 airs at 5:40 PM on S4C, while the November 29 finale against South Africa features a free stream on S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.

Why this matters

Welsh fans have the most generous free-to-air access of any home nation, with S4C covering the full Wales autumn programme. English and Scottish viewers typically need a TNT Sports subscription for live coverage, making the regional disparity notable.

Autumn Internationals rugby on TV 2025: Fixtures, schedule and times

The November window stretches across four weekends, with each home union facing Southern Hemisphere opponents in what the competition calls the Quilter Nations Series. Ireland’s fixture announcement on February 18, 2025 gave fans their first concrete anchor point for the autumn calendar.

Ireland fixtures

The Irish Rugby official site confirmed three home matches at Aviva Stadium: Japan (November 8), Australia (November 15), and South Africa (November 22). A standout fixture sees Ireland face New Zealand on November 1, but this takes place at Soldier Field in Chicago, with an 8:10 PM Irish time kick-off. TNT Sports 2 and discovery+ cover the Chicago match for UK and Irish viewers, while Virgin Media provides free-to-air coverage in Ireland.

England schedule

England’s three home Tests at Allianz Stadium begin with Australia on November 1, continue against Fiji on November 8, and conclude with the flagship fixture against New Zealand on November 15 at 15:10. All three matches appear on TNT Sports with streaming via discovery+.

Full Nations Series

Beyond the home unions, the Nations Series features additional fixtures including Wales v Argentina (November 9, 15:10 at Principality Stadium), Scotland v New Zealand (November 22 at Murrayfield), and the finals weekend at Twickenham (November 27–29). Wales faces New Zealand on November 22 at 15:10 before closing against South Africa on November 29 at the same time slot.

The catch

Some venues remain unconfirmed, with Italy vs Australia listed as TBC on several schedules. Viewers should verify match venues closer to November, as the tournament structure continues to firm up.

Autumn Internationals 2025 tickets

Tickets for the Autumn Nations Series vary significantly between official channels and secondary markets, with price ranges that reward early planning but punish last-minute decisions.

Official ticket platforms

Official tickets sell through host nation platforms and Ticketmaster. Secondary markets include StubHub, Viagogo, and Ticombo, with prices starting from £15–£25 for some matches according to Goal.com’s ticket guide. Hospitality packages begin at £350 via Seat Unique for select fixtures.

England vs New Zealand pricing

Tickets for the England v New Zealand fixture at Allianz Stadium start from £100 on official portals, with secondary market prices beginning around £20 on StubHub. The premium pricing reflects the fixture’s status as the standout game of the autumn calendar. England vs Australia tickets range from £79 (Category 4) to £166 for premium seats, while England v New Zealand spans from £103 (Category 4) to £238 (Premium).

Availability and timing

High demand makes tickets challenging to secure, especially for popular fixtures like England v New Zealand. Tickets for Finals Weekend at Twickenham went on general sale March 11, 2025 via the Nations Championship site. Italy vs Chile represents the most accessible entry point with tickets starting from £25.

What to watch

For the best value, target Italy matches (£25 starting) or monitor official channels for last-minute releases. Premium fixtures like England v New Zealand (£100+ official, £20+ secondary) offer different trade-offs: security and authenticity versus potential savings with higher risk.

Rugby Autumn Internationals 2025 schedule

The complete four-week structure delivers matches across every weekend in November, with the home unions cycling through their Southern Hemisphere opponents in a fixed rotation pattern.

Key matches

  • Week 1 (November 1): England v Australia (3:10 PM, Allianz Stadium) · Scotland v USA (5:40 PM, Murrayfield) · Ireland v New Zealand (8:10 PM Irish, Soldier Field Chicago)
  • Week 2 (November 8): England v Fiji · Ireland v Japan (12:40 PM, Aviva Stadium on RTÉ/TNT Sports) · Scotland v New Zealand
  • Week 3 (November 15): England v New Zealand (15:10, Allianz Stadium) · Ireland v Australia (20:10, Aviva Stadium on RTÉ/TNT Sports) · Wales v Japan (5:40 PM on S4C)
  • Week 4 (November 22): Wales v New Zealand (15:10, Principality Stadium) · Ireland v South Africa (17:40, Aviva Stadium on RTÉ/TNT Sports)
  • Final Week (November 29): Wales v South Africa (15:10, Principality Stadium — free stream on S4C Clic/BBC iPlayer)

Southern Hemisphere tours

The structure ensures each home union faces three different Southern Hemisphere opponents across the four weeks. Ireland hosts Japan, Australia, and South Africa at Aviva Stadium. England welcomes Australia, Fiji, and New Zealand to Allianz Stadium. Wales faces Argentina, Japan, New Zealand, and South Africa across the full programme.

Timeline signal

  • 18 February 2025: Ireland fixtures announced — three home Tests at Aviva Stadium plus Chicago opener
  • March 11, 2025: Twickenham Finals Weekend tickets go on general sale
  • November 1–29, 2025: Autumn Nations Series — four weekends of matches across all home union venues

What we know and what we don’t

Confirmed

  • Ireland to host Japan, Australia, South Africa at Aviva Stadium
  • TNT Sports broadcast partner for all UK/Ireland fixtures
  • RTÉ free-to-air for Ireland home matches
  • England v Australia November 1 (3:10 PM UK time)
  • Ireland v New Zealand November 1 at Soldier Field, Chicago

Unclear

  • Complete TV schedule for Week 3 and Week 4 matches
  • Confirmed kick-off times beyond the flagship fixtures
  • Specific ticket sales dates for individual venues
  • Venues for Italy vs Australia and other minor internationals

“The 2025 instalment of the competition promises to build on the success of this partnership, bringing fans in the UK and Ireland elite sporting drama across every international fixture.”

— Irish Rugby (official site announcement, February 2025)

“TNT Sports is the home of the Autumn Nations Series in the UK and Ireland, with live coverage of every fixture available on the platform.”

— Rugby World (broadcast guide)

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Additional sources

goal.com, sixnationstickets.co.uk, rugbybroadcast.com, autumn-internationals.co.uk, rugbyworld.com, allianzstadiumtwickenham.com, skysports.com, p1travel.com, autumn-internationals.co.uk, irishrugby.ie

Viewers in the UK and Ireland can pair TNT Sports coverage with the complete schedule guide for every fixture time and ticket detail in the 2025 series.

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Frequently asked questions

Are all the autumn rugby internationals on TNT?

Not all. While TNT Sports covers most Quilter Nations Series matches in the UK and Ireland, Premier Sports carries select fixtures (like Barbarians vs All Blacks XV), RugbyPass TV streams additional international games, and free-to-air options exist in Wales (S4C) and Ireland (RTÉ for home matches). Wales v South Africa on November 29 also streams free on BBC iPlayer.

Is England rugby on ITV or BBC?

England home matches at Allianz Stadium appear on TNT Sports, not ITV or BBC. The BBC and ITV do not currently hold rights to the Autumn Nations Series fixtures involving England at Twickenham.

What channel can I watch England-Ireland rugby?

England and Ireland do not face each other during the 2025 Autumn Nations Series, so there is no England-Ireland fixture to broadcast. Ireland faces Japan, Australia, and South Africa in Dublin, while England plays Australia, Fiji, and New Zealand in London.

Is Ireland XV v England A on TV?

No such fixture appears in the confirmed 2025 Autumn Nations Series schedule. The series focuses on full international matches between the home unions and Southern Hemisphere teams, not development XV games.

Autumn Internationals 2026 details?

The 2026 Autumn Nations Series schedule has not yet been announced. Fixture announcements for the following year typically emerge in late winter or early spring of that year.

Ireland Autumn Internationals 2025 tickets?

Ireland home matches at Aviva Stadium (vs Japan, Australia, and South Africa) sell through Ticketmaster and the official Irish Rugby ticketing portal. The Ireland v New Zealand fixture in Chicago sells separately through Soldier Field channels. RTÉ often carries details on ticket availability for home matches.

Autumn internationals 2025 results?

The 2025 Autumn Nations Series takes place in November 2025, so results will not be available until after that window. For live updates during the series, follow TNT Sports, RTÉ, or the official Autumn Nations Series channels.

For UK and Irish viewers, the Autumn Nations Series 2025 presents a bifurcated viewing landscape: TNT Sports dominates for most matches, but RTÉ in Ireland and S4C in Wales offer genuine free-to-air alternatives for home nation fans. The challenge lies in the gaps — not every match appears on every platform, and some kick-off times and venues remain unconfirmed as November approaches. For those willing to plan ahead, ticket availability rewards early action, with premium fixtures like England v New Zealand (£100+ official) demanding both patience and budget. The window from November 1–29 delivers elite rugby across all four home unions, but navigating the broadcast maze requires knowing your specific team and your preferred platform before the first whistle blows.