What is Six Nations fallow week? Why the championship is taking a weekend off

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02/13/2025 05:42 AM

Six Nations fallow weeks mean the teams get extra time for training ahead of their next fixture (GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

Rest weeks have long been built into the tournament structure

Rest weeks are common in the Six Nations. Here's what you need to know about the championship breaks

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