How the Six Nations bonus points system works Teams will look to not only win but acquire bonus points throughout the Six Nations 2025.
If a team scored four tries in a match and loses by seven points or fewer, they are awarded both bonus points.
The bonus points system attracted criticism ahead of the final weekend of last year’s men’s tournament when a scenario could have panned out that saw Ireland win fewer games than England but take the title.
“Remember why bonus points are there — bonus points are there to promote positive rugby.
A bonus point can be earned in two ways - if teams score four tries, or if they lose by seven or fewer points.
