The rearranged Tokyo Olympics and Euro 2020 feature in a crowded calendar capped off by the Ashes
Given the 2020 Six Nations concluded on 31 October it is going to feel somewhat bewildering for players, staff and spectators alike when the tournament gets going again a mere 14 weeks later.
England are the champions and face
Scotland at Twickenham first up, with Ireland’s trip to Cardiff the standout contest of the opening weekend.
Ireland host England on the final weekend in what could well be a championship decider.