Today’s live stream of Ireland v Wales in Round 4 of the 2026 Six Nations sees Andy Farrell’s side attempt to take a further step towards sealing a second straight Triple Crown as their visitors chase a first win on the Emerald Isle in more than a decade.
Conversely, it is about avoiding the dreaded wooden spoon to Wales. After being outplayed by England and France, they showed quality and pride in a heartbreaking three-point loss to Scotland. That will give Steve Tandy and the legions of Welsh fans some sense of hope to avoid five defeats from five in this tournament, although they will have to be without injured flyhalf Sam Costelow today – Dan Edwards is in at 10.
Read on below for our guide to where to watch Ireland vs Wales on TV and get Six Nations 2026 free streams online today.
Ireland vs Wales team news
Ireland XV: Osborne; Baloucoune; Ringrose, McCloskey; Stockdale; Crowley, Gibson-Park; O’Toole, Kelleher, Furlong; Ryan, Beirne; Conan, Timoney, Doris (c). Subs: Stewart, Milne, Clarkson, McCarthy, van der Flier, Doak, Farrell, Frawley
Wales XV: Rees-Zammit; Mee, James, Hawkins, Adams; Edwards, T Williams; Carre, Lake (c), Francis, D Jenkins, Carter, Mann, Botham, Wainwright. Subs: Elias, Smith, Griffin, Beard, Cracknell, Hardy, J Evans, Hennessey.
Watch Ireland vs Wales for FREE
Today’s game – along with every other game in the 2026 Six Nations – will be streamed alive and free across the UK and Ireland. The Ireland vs Wales live stream is set to be shown on:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: ITVX & S4C via BBC iPlayer
🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ is playing
What if you are abroad? Rugby fans from the UK and Ireland can use NordVPN to watch their usual streaming service anywhere.
How to watch any Ireland vs Wales stream using a VPN
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How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in the USA
Ireland vs Wales and all 2026 Six Nations matches will be streamed live on Peacock in the United States.
Peacock TV subscriptions start from $10.99 per month (you need at least the Premium level), and you’ll also be able to catch Premier League football on the platform.
Outside USA for Ireland vs Wales? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in the UK
Rugby fans in the UK can watch Ireland vs Wales for free on ITV.
Ireland vs Wales TV coverage is on ITV1, while you can also stream it live and on demand via it for free ITVX website and mobile app.
For those who prefer to watch with Welsh commentary, the game will also be shown live S4C and through that channel on BBC iPlayer.
If you are outside the UK but want to take advantage of your usual coverage, check out NordVPN and follow the instructions above.
The iPlayer and ITVX platforms are free services, but to use them you need to hold a valid UK TV license as this also covers consumption of digital content.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in Ireland
As mentioned above, all Six Nations 2026 games will be on free-to-air television in Ireland.
RTÉ2 shows Ireland vs Wales, meaning it will also be available to stream on RTÉ is playing platform.
Not in Ireland right now? Check out NordVPN.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in South Africa
Ireland vs Wales will be shown on subscription service SuperSport.
You must have one DStv access package to watch the Six Nations on SuperSport with prices starting at R99 ($5.66) per month.
Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you are back home and ready to go.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in Australia
In Australia, Ireland vs Wales will play Stan Sports.
It costs $20 a month on top of a regular Stan plan that starts at $12 a month.
Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ is the Six Nations 2026 television rights holder in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream included Sky Sports now subscription service from $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month and watch Ireland vs Wales. You can also stream the T20 World Cup on the platform.
Missing the game between Ireland and Wales? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
How to watch Ireland vs Wales in Japan
In Japan, every match in the 2026 Six Nations, including Ireland vs Wales, will be streamed live on Wowow.
Prices start at ¥2,530 ($16) per month for their streaming service.
Visiting Japan for Ireland vs Wales? Take advantage of your free streams using a VPN like NordVPN.
What is the kick-off time for Ireland vs Wales?
The scheduled kick-off time for Ireland vs Wales on the evening of Friday 6th March is 20:10 GMT local time in Dublin, which is 3:10 PM ET / 12:10 PM PT in the US.
Can I watch Ireland vs Wales on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access via mobile apps or via your phone’s browser. For example, ITVX, Peacock and RTÉ Player all have dedicated apps.
You can also keep up to date with all things Six Nations on the official social media channels at X (@SixNations), YouTube (@Men’sSixNations) and Instagram (@SixNationsRugby).
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