Six Nations 2025 commentators and pundits: Who is providing coverage for BBC and ITV this year?
Six Nations 2025 commentators and pundits: Who is providing coverage for BBC and ITV this year?
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BBC and ITV have announced their line-up of commentators who will front the Six Nations 2025 coverage. The much anticipated rugby tournament gets underway in Paris on Friday, January 31, 2025 when France host Wales live on ITV. BBC and ITV will share coverage as the Six Nations returns for the annual championships. There will be some familiar faces set to grace our screens to provide expert insights and analysis throughout the sporting event.
![[The Guinness Six Nations trophy.]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/crop-33045609.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
ITV has also added a new name to their list of commentators that now includes a former England coach. ITV was the first to announce their punditry line-up for this year's event. Presenters Mark Pougatch and Jill Douglas will front ITV's Six Nations coverage. Former England rugby union player, Topsy Ojo will also appear as a pundit, with ITV veteran Gabriel Clarke complementing the event with his live reports from the ground.
![[Editorial use only Mandatory Credit: Photo by JF/Shutterstock (15116084a) Jill Douglas and Mark Pougatch 'Mens Six Nations Rugby 2025' TV Show, UK - 31 Jan 2025 Mark Pougatch and Jill Douglas lead ITV's coverage of the Guinness Men's 6 Nations Championship 2025 across ten live matches on ITV1 and ITVX. ITV's live action kicks off with the opening fixture at Stade De France between France v Wales on Friday 31st January. Mark and Jill will be joined by first-class pundits offering their astute expertise and knowledge. The pundits include: 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.]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/43a0e9dc-e912-46d9-a311-99c3a7111077.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
Other ITV pundits and co-commentators viewers can expect to see include:. The BBC's first match will be on Saturday when Scotland take on Italy. Match of the Day host, Gabby Logan is set to take the presenter's hot seat alongside Scottish sports broadcaster, Andrew Cotter. Logan who is married to ex -Scotland rugby international Kenny Logan is "excited" for the upcoming event. The BBC's rugby lead said: "The Six Nations always brings unforgettable drama, passion, and incredible skill, and I'm so excited to see which players and teams will rise to the occasion this year.
![[Gabby Logan holding a BBC Sport microphone.]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/02-04-2023-gabby-logan-963920900_343bec.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
"It's a competition like no other, and we're ready to bring it all to life for our audience.". Other confirmed BBC pundits include:. The games the BBC has rights to show will be available to watch on BBC One, iPlayer and BBC Sport website. All other games will be shown live on ITV1 and ITVX. Live on BBC Sport:. Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
