Round three of the 2026 Six Nations could be a pivotal week in the chase for tournament glory.
Although round two of the 2026 Six Nations saw a major shock, this is still looking to be a predictable set of fixtures.
England to beat Ireland at 1/7 (Sky Bet)
With both out of grand slam contention, this is predicted to be the closest-fought game of the week, with much on the line for both teams.
A round one loss for Ireland, and a shock round two loss to Scotland for England, have put both these teams on the backfoot compared to the unyielding French side.
Despite that, England are odds on favourite’s to win against the Irish this match, with their round one battering of Wales still proving to be a worthy talking point.
Ireland’s odds to shock the bookies and beat England are 9/2.
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Scotland to beat Wales at 1/33 (Sky Bet)
It’s no surprise that the team that stunned England in the Calcutta Cup last weekend are favourites to beat a depleted Welsh team; that side being Scotland, of course.
Despite a poor defeat to the Italians in round one, this Scottish side looked rejuvenated last weekend, bouncing back in fine form.
On the other side is the Welsh team, who have conceded an unprecedented 102 points in just two games so far this championship.
Their odds of beating the Scotts are 12/1, even though they play at home.
France to beat Italy at 1/200 (Sky Bet)
With no one within four points of them at the top of the table, is this Frances week to have one hand on that coveted trophy and a sniff at that grand slam title?
It sure looks that way, as they are the bookies’ favourite by a mile to beat an inconsistent Italian side at home.
France has had two bonus-point-securing wins, back to back, scoring a total of 90 points so far this championship; with no one yet to challenge them.
Despite a slippery victory over Scotland in round one, this Italian side suffered a defeat to a knocked-up Irish side last weekend, denting any momentum they previously had.
Their odds to stun France away from home are 33/1.
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