Kick off: TBC
The 2026 Nations Championship pool stages reach a monumental climax as England host their oldest and fiercest rivals, the All Blacks of New Zealand, at Twickenham on the weekend of November 20, 2026.
This is always the most anticipated fixture in world rugby, pitting the power and tactical rigidity of the Red Rose against the speed and instinctive brilliance of the All Blacks, with the prestigious Hillary Shield also on the line. With this match being the last chance to secure vital points before the Finals Weekend, the stakes could not be higher; a win here may secure a place in the Championship Final for either side.
Expect spine-tingling intensity, dazzling moments of brilliance, and a truly ferocious atmosphere as these two rugby titans engage in a winner-takes-all clash of global giants.

2026 marks the launch of the "Nations Championship" (sometimes called the World League). This new tournament format links the Summer and Autumn test windows.

July (Summer): The "Southern Hemisphere" leg (Northern teams travel South).
November (Autumn): The "Northern Hemisphere" leg (Southern teams travel North).
Finals: The series culminates in a "Grand Final" weekend in London at the end of November.
Autumn Series 2026 (November)
These matches are played in the Northern Hemisphere. Southern teams travel North.

Round 6: Weekend of November 20–22
England v New Zealand (Twickenham)
Ireland v South Africa
France v Argentina
Scotland v Japan
Wales v Australia
Italy v Fiji