"Dylan Hartley axed" – Who are the BBC and ITV Six Nations 2025 presenters and pundits?
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With the 2025 Six Nations kicking off this weekend, rugby fans are gearing up for a feast of top-tier action from the world's best teams and players.
Here's everything you need to know about the BBC and ITV presenters and pundits leading the coverage, as all 15 matches will be shown live across both broadcasters.
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BBC:
The BBC have locked in their presenting line-up for the 2025 Six Nations, but there's no place for former England captain Dylan Hartley.
Gabby Logan remains the face of the broadcaster's coverage, leading the live match-day action on BBC One and iPlayer, with a stacked panel of rugby icons alongside her. Expect to see Sam Warburton, Tommy Bowe, and Jonathan Davies providing expert insight throughout the tournament.
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England legends Martin Johnson, Danny Care, and Chris Ashton have all secured spots in the line-up, while Italy great Sergio Parisse is also set to feature in the BBC's coverage.
Scottish representation comes from John Barclay and Chris Paterson, with former referee Nigel Owens on hand to explain the finer points of officiating and clear up any contentious calls.
Meanwhile, Ugo Monye will once again front Six Nations Rugby Special, airing every Sunday on BBC Two and iPlayer, recapping the weekend's biggest moments.
Andrew Cotter continues as the BBC's lead commentator, with Sara Orchard, Alastair Eykyn, and Gareth Rhys Owen handling highlights duty.
However, Hartley, who was part of last year's Six Nations coverage, has been cut from the line-up. Former France hooker Ben Kayser has also been dropped.
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ITV:
ITV's Six Nations coverage gets underway with a massive opening clash at the Stade de France as France take on Wales on Friday, 31st January. The action keeps coming, with Ireland hosting England on 1st February before a huge double-header on 8th February featuring Italy v Wales and England v France—plus six more live matches.
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The broadcaster will also air the Calcutta Cup showdown between England and Scotland on Saturday, 22nd February. The final weekend promises fireworks, with ITV showing Italy v Ireland and France v Scotland live on 15th March.
A powerhouse punditry team
Leading ITV's coverage will be Mark Pougatch and Jill Douglas, joined by an all-star panel of rugby greats, including Jonny Wilkinson, Ugo Monye, Eddie Jones, Maggie Alphonsi, Brian O'Driscoll, Rory Best, Dan Biggar, Jamie Roberts, Johnnie Beattie, Jim Hamilton, Benjamin Kayser, and Sergio Parisse.
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In the commentary box, Nick Mullins and Miles Harrison will lead the calls, alongside co-commentators Ben Kay, Shane Williams, David Flatman, Nolli Waterman, Scott Hastings, and Gordon D'Arcy. Reporters Gabriel Clarke and Topsy Ojo will be on the ground bringing fans the latest from inside the camps.
Fans can catch every ITV match live across ITV1, ITVX, STV, STV Player, and UTV, with short highlights available on ITVX. ITV Rugby's social media accounts on Instagram, X, and Facebook will provide exclusive content, clips, and analysis throughout the tournament.
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