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Rugby fans are set for some blockbuster fixtures on the opening weekend of the inaugural Nations Championship as 12 of the best teams in world rugby begin their quest for a new trophy.

The newly formed competition brings together teams from the Six Nations and the Rugby Championship, along with Fiji and Japan; with matches being played in July and November.

The biennial international tournament concludes with a finals weekend at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, running from Friday, November 27 to Sunday, November 29.

The Sporting News looks at the key fixture schedule this week and how to follow the matches.

Nations Championship rugby 2026live streams, TV channel in US

• TV channels: N/A
• Live streams: RugbyPass TV

There is no TV broadcaster for the Nations Championship 2026 in the US. Instead, RugbyPass TV has the exclusive streaming rights to the entire tournament.

Fans can sign up to a RugbyPass TV subscription for free in the US to watch the action.

There are no monthly or annual costs required to access live rugby matches, replays, original documentaries, and podcasts.

Create an account online or download the app via RugbyPass App and start streaming immediately.

Nations Championship 2026 rugby schedule this weekend