Where to Watch: Lions and England headline big weekend of rugby

The highly anticipated British & Irish Lions 2025 tour starts this weekend with the 1888 Cup against Argentina in Dublin, while the England XV host the France XV live on RugbyPass TV.

It is the headline match of a huge weekend of rugby, all available for free, on RugbyPass TV, with live matches also taking place in England, India, South Korea, Hong Kong China and Mexico.

Friday 20 June

British & Irish Lions vs Argentina
Aviva Stadium, Dublin, 19:00 GMT – Watch Live in the USA here.

The Lions have named an exciting squad that will see 14 players make their debut for the famed touring side as they look to get their tour off to the best possible start, while Argentina are able to call on captain Julian Montoya just days after playing in the Gallagher Premiership final at Twickenham.

Coming off a historic 2024 which saw them beat Australia, South Africa and New Zealand for the first time in a calendar year, Argentina will be hungry for their first victory over the Lions, while the British & Irish team will be looking for their first win over Argentina since 1936, after playing out a 25-all draw last time they met in 2005.

Tune in for the historic match up on Friday the 20^th at 19:00 GMT live on RugbyPass TV in the USA, while British and Irish fans are able to watch the match live on S4C, TG4 and Sky Sports.

Saturday 21 June

England XV vs France XV
Allianz Stadium, London, 15:15 BST – Watch live here.

England and France blood the next generation

Players looking to push their case for international selection will be in action at Twickenham on Saturday, as the England XV host the France XV.

Both sides are littered with international stars and young prospects, as England coach Steve Borthwick and France coach Fabien Galthie look ahead to a busy summer test window.

For England, missing their British & Irish Lion stars, preparations are well underway for a tour of the Americas that will see them play two tests in Argentina, before heading to the USA in July, a game which will also be live and free on RugbyPass TV.

France will be looking to test their depth prior to a gruelling three Test series in New Zealand, a task that will be made harder by the unavailability of several stars through rest and injury.

All of that lends itself to an intriguing clash at the ground affectionately known as HQ, with good weather forecast for a rare summer international clash between two historic rivals.

The England XV vs France XV match is available live and free on RugbyPass TV everywhere except in France, where French viewers will be able to watch the action via L’Equipe.

Friday 20 June – Sunday 29 June

Rugby Premier League Matchdays
Andheri Sports Complex, Mumbai, 14:00 GMT – Watch live here.

The Rugby Premier League heats up

Rugby’s newest competition continues to provide the entertainment, as the Rugby Premier League moves towards the completion of its first week in India.

Pitting some of the world’s best mens sevens players against each other, with the support from the rising talent of India, Hong Kong China, Canada and Germany, the six-team competition has seen some extraordinary skill, as players navigate the tricky monsoon conditions.

Representing Bengaluru, Chennai, Kalinga, Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad, the competition has been incredibly tight, with only Hyderabad remaining undefeated.

This weekend will see all teams in action each day, with the matches available for free for RugbyPass TV viewers outside of India.

Saturday 21 June

South Korea vs United Arab Emirates
Incheon Namdong Asiad Rugby Field, Incheon – 06:00 GMT

Sunday 22 June

Hong Kong China vs Sri Lanka
Kai Tak Youth Sports Groung, Kai Tak – 08:30 GMT

Asia Rugby looks ahead to 2027 Rugby World Cup

The stakes have never been higher than in this year’s Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship, with Rugby World Cup qualification on the line for this year’s winner.

With Japan automatically qualifying thanks to a strong 2023 Rugby World Cup performance, the expansion of the Rugby World Cup in 2027 will see two Asian teams take part in the global showpiece for the first time.

There is also the opportunity for a third team to join them, as the second-place team in this year’s championship will have the opportunity to try and progress to the final qualification tournament, from which one team will qualify.

Heading into the second round of the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship, it is Hong Kong China who sit at the top of the table, thanks to a convincing 43-10 victory over the United Arab Emirates in Dubai. In the other match of the first round, South Korea came from behind to beat Sri Lanka in Colombo 38-34, in an enthralling game played in tough conditions.

This weekend, the competition heads east, as South Korea host the United Arab Emirates in Incheon and Sri Lanka travel to Hong Kong China, with both matches available globally on RugbyPass TV

Watch both matches live and free globally on RugbyPass TV here.

Saturday 21 June

Mexico vs Trinidad & Tobago
Estadio de prácticas Roberto Tapatío Méndez, Mexico City – 18:00 GMT – Watch live here.

Mexico and Trinidad & Tobago contest Rugby Americas North Men’s final

Rugby Americas North (RAN) action reaches a climax in Mexico City, as Trinidad & Tobago look to upset the hosts in the RAN Men’s XV Championship final.

Mexico, who progressed to the final off the back of a convincing win over Jamaica, will be looking to take out the title in front of their home fans, while Trinidad & Tobago progressed to the final by beating Barbados by one point in Port of Spain.

Fans will be able to catch the action on RugbyPass TV globally, rounding out an impressive and comprehensive weekend of rugby action from around the globe.