The Six Nations championship will feature its first Friday evening match when France host holders Wales at the Stade de France on Feb. 27 next year. The decision followed the success of Friday evening fixtures during last year's World Cup in France. The tournament will begin at Twickenham on Feb. 7 when England host Italy. It will end with a "super Saturday" with all six teams playing on March 21.

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