Female referee to make history by officiating men's six nations game

The 33-year-old Scot will take charge of Ireland’s clash with Italy on February 14 in Dublin.

19 Dec 2025 08:12pm
The Emirates World Rugby Match Officials have been confirmed for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations 2026, with Hollie Davidson and Luc Ramos making their tournament debuts as referees. - Photo source: World Rugby
The Emirates World Rugby Match Officials have been confirmed for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations 2026, with Hollie Davidson and Luc Ramos making their tournament debuts as referees. - Photo source: World Rugby

LONDON - Hollie Davidson will become the first woman to referee a men’s rugby Six Nations match, reported PA Media/dpa.

The 33-year-old Scot will take charge of Ireland’s clash with Italy on February 14 in Dublin.

She will also be an assistant referee for the final fixture of the championship when France hosts England in Paris on March 14.

Davidson, who oversaw the 2021 and 2025 Women’s World Cup finals, has previously taken charge of men’s test matches outside of the top-tier European Six Nations tournament.

"Refereeing in the Guinness Six Nations is a massive honour and a match I’m really looking forward to,” she said. "The last year has been very memorable, and I’m focused on continuing to perform well.

"To be the first woman to referee in the tournament is obviously a proud moment and an achievement I’ll properly be able to reflect on in years to come.” - BERNAMA-PA Media/dpa 

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