Wales vs Ireland Rugby – Six Nations 2023: Stream FREE, TV Channel, Kick-off Time, Team News for a HUGE match

WALES could not have asked for a tougher start to their Six Nations campaign as they take on Ireland – the number one rugby team in the world.

Ireland had an incredible 12 months after beating rugby giants South Africa and Australia.

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And Andy Farrell made history in June 2022 by recording a win over New Zealand on his own turf for the first time ever.

However, Ireland have lost their last four Six Nations games in Cardiff since beating Wales over a decade ago.

But Farrell’s men humbled Wales when the side last met in February 2022.

When does Wales play Ireland?

• The Wales v Ireland Six Nations game is taking place on Saturday February 4th.
• The start is scheduled for at 2:15 p.m Greenwich Mean Time
• The Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales is the designated arena for this game and can accommodate a staggering 74,500 fans.
• Ireland beat Wales 29-7 in the Six Nations opener last year.

What channel is Wales vs Ireland on and can it be streamed live?

• Wales vs Ireland will be broadcast LIVE At BBC One In the United Kingdom.
• The broadcast starts at 13:15 GMT – a full hour before kick-off.
• Alternatively, fans can stream all the action live on the BBC Sport website or BBC iPlayer app.

Can I watch it for FREE?

Yes! The delicious Wales vs Ireland contest is FREE to watch in the UK as long as you have a valid TV license.

What’s new from the team?

Ireland boss Andy Farrell has opted to include a capless player in the starting XI in Mack Hansen.

However, he is led by captain Johnny Sexton, who has played 52 times in the tournament alone.

Wales: 15Williams; 14 Adams, 13 North, 12 Hawkins, 11 Dyer; 10Biggar, 9Williams; 1 Thomas, 2 Owens (Capt), 3 Francis, 4 Beard, 5 Wyn Jones, 6 Morgan, 7 Tipuric, 8 Faletau

Substitute: 16 Baldwin, 17 Carre, 18 Lewis, 19 Jenkins, 20 Reffell, 21 Webb, 22 Williams, 23 Cuthbert

Ireland: 15 Keenan; 14 Hansen, 13 Ringrose, 12 McCloskey, 11 Lowe; 10 Sexton (Captain), 9 Gibson Park; 1 Porter, 2 Sheehan, 3 Bealham, 4 Beirne, 5 Ryan, 6 O’Mahony, 7 Van der Flier, 8 Doris

Substitute: 16 Herring, 17 Healy, 18 O’Toole, 19 Henderson, 20 Conan, 21 Murray, 22 Byrne, 23 Aki

How are the chances?

• Wales 23.10
• Draw 30/1
• Ireland 4/1

*Odds provided by Betfair are correct at time of publication