Six Nations: Which Country?

Which country has the largest population?

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Answer explanation

France has a population of 67 million people. The next largest is England with 60 million. Wales is the smallest with 3.1 million people.

Which two teams competed in the first ever international Rugby game?

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Answer explanation

The game took place on 27th March 1871 in Edinburgh in front of 4000 fans. Scotland won the game scoring two tries to England's one.

Which three teams have played the most tournaments since 1883?

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Answer explanation

All three teams have taken part in every tournament since it began in 1883. They have competed in 127 tournaments each

Which country are the current holders of the six nations? (2021 tournament)

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Answer explanation

Wales finished the 2021 tournament in 1st place, having only lost against one team (France) during the 5 matches that they played

Which team play their home games at the Aviva stadium?

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Answer explanation

The Aviva Stadium can be found in Dublin and is home to both Ireland's rugby and football teams. The stadium seats 51,700 people.

Which team were the last to join the tournament in 2000?

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Answer explanation

The tournament was originally for the four nations of the UK. France were added in 1910 and Italy in 2000, to make it become "six" nations.

Which two teams compete for the Calcutta Cup, as part of the six nations?

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Answer explanation

The Calcutta Cup was first contested in 1879, in India. The trophy is made up of 270 rupees that were melted down and made into a cup.

Which two teams have won the most titles since 1883?

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Answer explanation

Both England and Wales have won the tournament 39 times each

Which team has never won the tournament?

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Answer explanation

Since they joined in 2000, Italy's best finishing position has been 4th place. They have finished in last place, 16 of the last 22 tournaments.

Which team's stadium seats the most spectators?

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Answer explanation

Twickenham can seat 82,000 fans. It's one of the world's largest stadiums and the second largest stadium in the UK after Wembly.