Premier Sports to show Ireland A v England A live from Thomond Park

Premier Sports will broadcast live and exclusive coverage of Ireland XV (Ireland A) v England A on Friday 6 February.

This follows Premier Sports’ UK broadcasts of two England A matches in November last year – England A v All Blacks XV (Sat Nov 8 2025) and England A v Australia A (Sat 17 Nov 2025). 

Ireland XV (Ireland A) v England A on Premier Sports will be shown across the UK and Ireland and include full match presentation, pre-match build-up and post-match analysis. Broadcast talent and pundit line-ups will be confirmed shortly.

The two sides last met at Ashton Gate in Bristol in February 2025 where England A won a 28–12 victory.

Premier Sports CEO Richard Sweeney said: “Premier Sports is thrilled to be able to bring this compelling live fixture to rugby fans throughout the UK and Ireland as we get a look at both nations’ emerging talent.

“The ‘A’ pathway has produced countless internationals over the years and it’s important that these opportunities are showcased as part of the rugby landscape. These games between Ireland v England have always been a brilliant marker of depth and ambition, and it’s exciting to see that rivalry return centre stage at a time when both unions are investing heavily in their player pathways.

“Thomond Park under lights has a special kind of atmosphere and it will be a superb backdrop for an historic fixture that carries real meaning for both squads, fans and the Unions.

“Premier Sports is committed to telling the full rugby story, from all levels of the game and not just the headline moments.  We want to support the game by showing development pathways and competitive environments that shape national teams and build future stars.

“The A fixture will be a fitting way to open our new Guinness Men’s Six Nations coverage across the UK as we bring a fresh view and presentation from five of the Championship fixtures featuring Wales and Scotland - further strengthening Premier Sports as the home of elite rugby for rugby fans across the UK and Ireland.”