Ireland and France are set to collide at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, in what will ostensibly be the Six Nations 2025 championship game. The Round 4 matchup pairs the two best teams in the competition, and the winner has a great chance at taking home the title. 

Simon Easterby’s Ireland, eyeing a historic third consecutive title, will host Fabien Galthié’s Les Bleus, who are determined to reclaim their dominance on the international stage.

Ireland’s lineup boasts young talent like flyhalf Sam Prendergast alongside seasoned veterans such as Caelan Doris and Peter O’Mahony. 

Meanwhile, France’s selection underscores their intent, with Antoine Dupont leading a formidable squad that pairs raw power with creative flair.

Here’s what to know as Ireland hosts France on March 8:

Ireland Vs. France Rugby Kickoff Time

The match kicks off at 9:15 a.m. ET on March 8 at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland. 

How To Watch Ireland Vs. France Rugby

The 2025 Six Nations Championship will be streaming on Peacock in the United States.

In France, the UK, and Ireland, the Six Nations will stream for free on various outlets (France TV, ITV, BBC, RTÉ and Virgin Media).

Ireland Rugby LineupAndrew PorterDan SheehanFinlay BealhamJoe McCarthyTadhg BeirnePeter O’MahonyJosh van der FlierCaelan DorisJamison Gibson-ParkSam PrendergastJames LoweBundee AkiRobbie HenshawJamie OsborneHugo Keenan

Substitutes: 16. Rob Herring, 17. Cian Healy, 18. Thomas Clarkson, 19. James Ryan, 20. Jack Conan, 21. Ryan Baird, 22. Conor Murray, 23. Jack Crowley

France Rugby LineupJean-Baptiste GrosPeato MauvakaUini AtonioThibaud FlamentMickael GuillardFrancois CrosPaul BoudehentGregory AlldrittAntoine DupontRomain NtamackLouis Bielle-BiarreyYoram MoefanaPierre-Louis BarassiDamian PenaudThomas Ramos

Substitutes: 16. Julien Marchand, 17. Cyril Baille, 18. Dorian Aldegheri, 19. Emmanuel Meafou, 20. Hugo Auradou, 21. Oscar Jegou, 22. Anthony Jelonch, 23. Maxime Lucu

Six Nations 2025 Fixtures: Round 4March 8 – Ireland vs. France – 9:15 a.m. ETMarch 8 – Scotland vs. Wales – 11:45 a.m. ETMarch 9 – England vs. Italy – 11 a.m. ETIreland World Rugby Ranking

Ireland is ranked No. 2 in the world with 91.36 points.

France World Rugby Ranking

France is ranked No. 4 in the world with 87.86 points.

Six Nations 2025 TableIreland: W 3, D 0, L 0, PF 86, PA 58, DIFF +28, BP 2, Pts 14France: W 2, D 0, L 1, PF 141, PA 50, DIFF +91, BP 3, Pts 11England: W 2, D 0, L 1, PF 64, PA 67, DIFF -3, BP 2, Pts 10Scotland: W 1, D 0, L 2, PF 64, PA 67, DIFF -3, BP 2, Pts 6Italy: W 1, D 0, L 2, PF 65, PA 119, DIFF -54, BP 0, Pts 4Wales: W 0, D 0, L 3, PF 33, PA 92, DIFF -59, BP 1, Pts 1World Rugby Rankings 2025South Africa – 92.78Ireland – 91.36New Zealand – 90.36France – 87.86Argentina – 84.97England – 84.26Scotland – 82.36Australia – 81.52Fiji – 80.07Italy – 78.00Georgia – 74.69Wales – 73.75Japan – 72.95Samoa – 72.68USA – 70.02Portugal – 68.30Spain – 67.34Uruguay – 67.06Tonga – 65.46Romania – 62.76Six Nations 2025 Schedule

Round 1

Jan. 31 – France vs. Wales – 3:15 p.m. ETFeb. 1 – Scotland vs. Italy – 9:15 a.m. ETFeb. 1 – Ireland vs. England – 11:45 a.m. ET

Round 2

Feb. 8 – Italy vs. Wales – 9:15 a.m. ETFeb. 8 – England vs. France – 11:45 a.m. ETFeb. 9 – Scotland vs. Ireland – 10 a.m. ET

Round 3

Feb. 22 – Wales vs. Ireland – 9:15 a.m. ETFeb. 22 – England vs. Scotland – 11:45 a.m. ETFeb. 23 – Italy vs. France – 10 a.m. ET

Round 4

March 8 – Ireland vs. France – 9:15 a.m. ETMarch 8 – Scotland vs. Wales – 11:45 a.m. ETMarch 9 – England vs. Italy – 11 a.m. ET

Round 5

March 15 – Italy vs. Ireland – 10:15 a.m. ETMarch 15 – Wales vs. England – 12:45 p.m. ETMarch 15 – France vs. Scotland – 4 p.m. ETWatch Ireland Vs. South Africa From 2024

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