Ireland began its Six Nations three-peat bid by blowing away England during 30-plus minutes of controlled aggression in the second half for a 27-22 comeback victory in Dublin.

France totally dominant in opening Six Nations game, as they score seven tries against Wales in Paris. France secure bonus point before half-time, as Antoine Dupont runs the show. Romaine Ntamack holds his head in his hands as his card is upgraded to a red.

Head coach Warren Gatland is overseeing a transition to a young squad, but many of his players are yet to taste victory in a red shirt and many onlookers will be expecting tonight to defeat no.13. France will be raring to go, and have Antoine Dupont chomping at the bit after skipping last year in favour of Olympics preparations.

Superstar scrumhalf Antoine Dupont has set up three tries and France has overwhelmed Wales 43-0 in an impressive Six Nations opener in Paris.

The 2025 Six Nations kicks off at the Stade de France with an intriguing opening fixture between pretournament favorites France and out-of-form Wales. The French have inspirational captain Antoine Dupont back among the ranks and will be aiming to build on their autumn international wins over New Zealand and Australia.

Six Nations 2025 result and reaction as Les Bleus thump outclassed visitors - France 43-0 Wales: The returning Antoine Dupont orchestrated a ruthless first-half display from the tournament favourites