Autumn Internationals 2025: what to expect

The Autumn Internationals 2025, officially the Autumn Nations Series 2025, bring four high-intensity weeks of Test rugby to the Northern Hemisphere from 1 November. With touring giants New Zealand, South Africa and Argentina joining the Six Nations unions, the window doubles as a proving ground before the 2026 championship and a valuable barometer of global rankings. Fixtures were confirmed on 18 February 2025, giving supporters a clear view of the marquee clashes and storylines that will define November.

Key facts at a glance

• Dates: 1–29 November 2025
• Official name: Autumn Nations Series 2025
• Format: International Test matches hosted largely in the Northern Hemisphere November window
• Announcement date: 18 February 2025
• Number of weekends: Five consecutive weekends across November
• Headline tours: New Zealand’s Britain & Ireland Grand Slam tour; South Africa’s European tour; Argentina’s British tour
• Opening fixture: England v Australia, Saturday 1 November, 15:10 (Allianz Stadium, Twickenham)
• Flagship clash: Ireland v South Africa, Saturday 22 November, 17:40 (Aviva Stadium, Dublin)
• Closing fixture: South Africa v Wales, Saturday 29 November, 15:10 (Principality Stadium, Cardiff)
• England broadcast (UK): TNT Sports and discovery+
• United States broadcast: FloRugby (selected international fixtures)
• Key venues: Allianz Stadium (Twickenham), Principality Stadium, Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Aviva Stadium, Stade de France, Stade Matmut-Atlantique, Bluenergy Stadium, Stadio Luigi Ferraris

Major tours and visiting teams

Three heavyweight touring parties headline the series:

• New Zealand All Blacks – Britain & Ireland Grand Slam tour: Tests against Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales.
• South Africa Springboks – European tour: Fixtures against Wales, Italy, France and Ireland.
• Argentina Pumas – British tour: Meetings with England, Wales and Scotland.

These tours are central to the competitive balance of the window, pitting northern structures against southern set-piece power and transition speed. The All Blacks’ attempt to beat all four home unions remains one of the sport’s most demanding feats.

Week-by-week fixtures and kick-off highlights

Times and broadcasters are as announced; fixtures may be subject to change.

Week 1: 1–2 November 2025

• England v Australia — Saturday 1 November, 15:10, Allianz Stadium (Twickenham). Live on TNT Sports and discovery+.

Week 2: 8–9 November 2025

• England v Fiji — Saturday 8 November, 17:40, Allianz Stadium (Twickenham). Live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
• Scotland v New Zealand — Scottish Gas Murrayfield, 15:10 kick-off.
• Ireland v Japan — Aviva Stadium.
• Scotland v USA — Scottish Gas Murrayfield.
• Italy v Australia — Bluenergy Stadium.
• France v South Africa — Stade de France.
• Wales v Argentina — Principality Stadium.

Week 3: 15–16 November 2025

• England v New Zealand — Saturday 15 November, 15:10, Allianz Stadium (Twickenham). Live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
• France v Fiji — Saturday 15 November, 20:10 GMT.
• Wales v Japan — Sunday 16 November, 17:40, Principality Stadium.
• Italy v South Africa — Allianz Stadium (Italy).
• Ireland v Australia — Aviva Stadium.
• Scotland v Argentina — Scottish Gas Murrayfield.

Week 4: 22–23 November 2025

• Italy v Samoa — Saturday 22 November, 20:10 GMT.
• Ireland v South Africa — Saturday 22 November, 17:40, Aviva Stadium, Dublin.
• England v Argentina — Sunday 23 November, 15:10, Allianz Stadium (Twickenham). Live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
• Wales v New Zealand — Principality Stadium.
• France v Fiji — Stade Matmut-Atlantique.
• France v Australia — Stade de France.
• Scotland v Tonga — Scottish Gas Murrayfield.

Week 5: 29 November 2025

• South Africa v Wales — Principality Stadium, 15:10 kick-off.

Venues and the matchday experience

The series showcases many of Europe’s finest rugby theatres. England’s four home Tests are staged at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham; Wales pack the Principality Stadium in Cardiff; Scotland hosts at Scottish Gas Murrayfield; Ireland takes to the Aviva in Dublin; and France alternates between the Stade de France and Bordeaux’s Stade Matmut-Atlantique. In Italy, fixtures are spread across Bluenergy Stadium and Stadio Luigi Ferraris.

Each venue offers a distinct atmosphere and travel profile, from Twickenham’s well-connected rail links to central Cardiff’s walkable city-centre setting. For guests seeking a seamless day, Autumn Internationals hospitality packages provide reserved premium seating, curated food and beverage options, and a calm environment for client hosting or family occasions.

How to watch

In the UK, England’s matches are live on TNT Sports and discovery+, with comprehensive pre- and post-match coverage. In the United States, FloRugby carries selected international fixtures featuring South Africa, England, New Zealand and France. Check local listings for exact availability and kick-off times in your region.

Storylines to watch

• England’s multi-style examination: Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and Argentina provide a varied audit across set-piece pressure, aerial contests, unstructured attack and gain-line attrition.
• New Zealand’s Grand Slam pursuit: Winning away against Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales inside one window is a rare achievement; squad depth and rotation will be pivotal.
• Ireland v South Africa rivalry: A rematch of their compelling 2023 Rugby World Cup meeting, with both sides currently setting the benchmark for collision quality and breakdown precision.
• Wales rebuilding: After a challenging 2025 Six Nations, fixtures versus Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa offer a chance to re-establish identity and trust in selection.

Planning your November rugby

With five consecutive weekends and several sell-out venues, early planning is recommended. Consider travel times around late-afternoon and evening kick-offs, especially in Dublin and Paris where public transport peaks can coincide with stadium egress. For business hosting, align fixtures with client sectors (e.g., Friday travel, Saturday hospitality, Sunday return) to maximise availability and minimise disruption.

Hospitality and premium seating typically see the sharpest demand for England v New Zealand, Ireland v South Africa and Wales v New Zealand. If your priority is proximity to the action, look for halfway-line hospitality categories; if networking is the focus, a lounge with extended dining and post-match access can add value. Dietary requirements and accessibility needs should be confirmed at the time of enquiry to secure appropriate allocations.

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