Fans are rewatching the BBC’s banned Six Nations advert — and it’s still hilarious

Friday, 06 February 2026 at 19:26

byRugby Rucker

As the 2026 Guinness Six Nations gets underway this weekend, rugby fans have once again been reminiscing about a legendary advert that mysteriously vanished from our screens.

The old promo flipped the usual rivalry on its head, showing supporters from across the home nations all passionately backing England. The punchline?

“The Six Nations — it’s not about who you want to win… it’s about who you want to lose.”

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The broadcaster ultimately pulled the advert ahead of the 2012 Championship amid concerns it could be seen as anti-English.

That didn’t stop the rugby public from absolutely loving it.

Taken firmly in the spirit intended, the clip has lived on in the rugby community — resurfacing every year like clockwork and cementing its place as an unofficial Six Nations Championship tradition. A reminder, if one was ever needed, that rugby rivalries are best enjoyed with a grin and a sense of humour.

Many rugby fans believe that this is one of the best adverts that had been made for the Six Nations.

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How long till the "banned" six nations advert gets put on. Leaving it late this year! 🤣🤣

7:35 AM · Jan 24, 2020

Super Computer Predicts the Entire 2026 Six Nations – Full Fixtures, Scores & Predicted Table

Whether you’re a fan of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Italy, England, or France, this guide gives you a complete round-by-round breakdown and a predicted final table.

Some games are near-certainties, while others are toss-ups, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

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Key Takeaways

France look unstoppable, going unbeaten in the predictions.
England are strong challengers, only predicted to lose against France.
Ireland face a mixed campaign, losing to France and England but beating the other sides.
Scotland and Italy provide upset potential, while Wales struggle in the forecast.
Several marquee clashes (France vs England, Ireland vs England) remain highly competitive.

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2026 Six Nations predictions by Round (SPORTS4CAST)

Round 1

Date & Time	Home	Away	Predicted Winner	Win %	Score	Notes
Thu 5 Feb 20:10	France	Ireland	France	54%	21–16	Could go either way
Sat 7 Feb 14:10	Italy	Scotland	Scotland	65%	20–30	Leaning Scotland
Sat 7 Feb 16:40	England	Wales	England	95%	41–7	Backing England

Round 2

Date & Time	Home	Away	Predicted Winner	Win %	Score	Notes
Sat 14 Feb 13:10	Ireland	Italy	Ireland	93%	43–12	Backing Ireland
Sat 14 Feb 16:40	Scotland	England	England	60%	18–23	Could go either way
Sun 15 Feb 14:10	Wales	France	France	89%	14–41	Backing France

Round 3

Date & Time	Home	Away	Predicted Winner	Win %	Score	Notes
Sat 21 Feb 14:10	England	Ireland	England	61%	19–17	Could go either way
Sat 21 Feb 16:40	Wales	Scotland	Scotland	79%	18–37	Leaning Scotland
Sun 22 Feb 15:10	France	Italy	France	92%	43–14	Backing France

Round 4

Date & Time	Home	Away	Predicted Winner	Win %	Score	Notes
Fri 6 Mar 20:10	Ireland	Wales	Ireland	95%	51–3	Backing Ireland
Sat 7 Mar 14:10	Scotland	France	France	58%	19–24	Could go either way
Sat 7 Mar 16:40	Italy	England	England	84%	13–35	Backing England

Round 5

Date & Time	Home	Away	Predicted Winner	Win %	Score	Notes
Sat 14 Mar 14:10	Ireland	Scotland	Ireland	84%	29–8	Backing Ireland
Sat 14 Mar 15:40	Wales	Italy	Italy	55%	26–27	Could go either way
Sat 14 Mar 20:10	France	England	France	59%	24–19	Could go either way