🗓️ Date: Saturday 21 February 2026
🕟 Kick-off: 16:40 GMT
🏟️ Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
🎟️ Tickets: Available via WRU
📺 How to watch: Live on BBC - more TV info here.
Match Overview
The third round of the 2026 Six Nations sees Wales host Scotland in what promises to be a fiercely contested Celtic clash. With both sides boasting exciting young talent and a hunger to climb the table, this fixture could be pivotal in shaping the Championship narrative.
Wales, under new management, are seeking to reignite their home form after a disastrous losing streak that ended over the summer out in Japan. Intriguingly, the man in charge of doing that is Steve Tandy, who left his role as Scotland's defence coach to take up the reins in Cardiff. Scotland, meanwhile, arrive with confidence after winning their last three matches against the Welsh.
Expect fireworks in Cardiff as two proud rugby nations battle for the Doddie Weir Cup (more on which below) and crucial Six Nations points.
🏆 The Doddie Weir Cup
The Doddie Weir Cup is a trophy contested between Scotland and Wales in honour of the late Scottish and Lions rugby legend Doddie Weir, who passed away in 2022 after his courageous battle with motor neurone disease. First introduced in autumn 2018, the cup celebrates Weir’s immense contribution to the sport and his tireless fundraising through the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
The Doddie Weir Cup adds emotional resonance to an already fierce rivalry. A symbol of sporting pride, without doubt, but also a tribute to Weir’s legacy: both on the pitch, where he earned 61 caps for Scotland, and off it, where he became a beacon of hope and humour in adversity.
🗺️ Heading to the match?
Here's our handy guide to navigating Cardiff on Test weekend - from hotels to bars and all the sights in between.