The Nations Championship Rugby 2026
COMING SOON
A new chapter in world rugby begins in 2026 with the launch of The Nations Championship Rugby – and Killester Travel will make sure you’re there to witness it!
The Nations Championship – Kicking Off 2026
A brand new era of international rugby begins in 2026 with the launch of the Nations Championship — and Killester Travel will be ready to take you there.
Every two years, the world’s top rugby nations will face off in a high-intensity tournament that spans both hemispheres, with games in July and November, culminating in a grand final between the two best teams.
The top division will feature the Six Nations sides (Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, France, Italy), the SANZAAR giants (New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Argentina), plus two invited teams (expected to be Japan and Fiji). In other words: wall-to-wall blockbuster fixtures.
Why It’s Special
Unlike anything before, the Nations Championship creates a meaningful competition every non-World Cup and non-Lions year, giving fans the chance to follow Ireland against the very best, home and away — with something big on the line each time.
Travel with Killester
When the first Nations Championship kicks off, Killester Travel will be on hand with ticket-inclusive travel packages to bring you to the heart of the action — whether that’s cheering Ireland in Dublin, watching them take on South Africa in Cape Town, or supporting them in a potential grand final showdown.
Having been Official Travel Agents for seven Rugby World Cups, and as Official Travel Partner of Munster Rugby, we know how to make rugby travel unforgettable.
