Join us from 0915 this morning for a live stream of the launch of the RBS 6 Nations tournament from the Hurlingham Club in London.
The formal proceedings have now concluded and media are off to do individual interviews with the captains of the Men’s and Women’s teams including Ireland’s brand new leader of the Women’s team, Niamh Briggs.- Andrew Cotter announces that this year there will be a new trophy for the RBS 6 Nations.
- There are 6 sides to the trophy as opposed to the 5 on the previous trophy.
- Each of the countries crests are engraved on the trophy.
- Ireland and England are Joint favourites to win the trophy with the bookmakers.
- “Our challenges are well known” The RBS 6 Nations allows us connect with our customers.”
“Rugby Force connected with 16,000 club members last year.”
“Our customers love rugby and our allowing them to meet the players, toss the coin, carry the flag or visit the dressing rooms of their heroes” - Guinness, Accenture and Tissot thanked as partners by Bill Beaumont.
- Thank you to all our media partners including RTE.
