The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army” charges the crowd up with its familiar thumping riff, the capacity crowd ready to roar as Maro Itoje and Finn Russell prepare to lead the sides out. Out into the balmy air the players come, ready to reignite international rugby’s oldest rivalry.

England battle Scotland in the Calcutta Cup as the 2025 Six Nations returns for round three this afternoon. After Wales host Ireland in Cardiff, the focus quickly moves on to Twickenham as the auld enemies renew hostilities once again.