The Autumn Nations Series is set to ignite next month, featuring a blockbuster lineup including South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina, who will face off against the four home nations alongside Japan and Fiji. The series kicks off with England squaring up against Australia at Twickenham on November 1, and includes a high-profile clash between Ireland and New Zealand on U.S. soil at Chicago's Soldier Field. In light of the series, we've taken a close look at the latest home nation rugby shirts, ranking them from best to least based on their 2025 designs.
Leading the pack is Ireland's latest jersey, retailing at £82 and available from Canterbury. Known for their impeccable designs, including the much-acclaimed British & Irish Lions kits, Canterbury has once again delivered a masterpiece. The shirt boasts a stylish collar with white trim, inspired by Ireland’s lush landscapes and adorned with the iconic Ireland badge.
"Canterbury really made a lot of noise last year with their hugely popular jerseys, especially the 150th edition. Seeing another jersey this year that celebrates the island of Ireland is fantastic. There’s never any doubt the jersey performs at the highest level,"
said Andrew Porter, Ireland and British & Irish Lions prop.
Scotland claims the second spot with their £85 shirt from Macron, celebrating 100 years of Murrayfield. This centenary shirt mixes nostalgia with modernity, featuring a white polo collar against the dark blue and a touch of gold embroidery. The original Thistle badge and subdued sponsorship from Arnold Clark adds to its classic allure, making it a standout piece.
Wales introduces a controversial yet iconic kit priced at £82, available on the Macron website. Its design, inspired by traditional Welsh blankets, is a bold statement with its quartered red hues and embodies the spirit of Wales. "This kit doesn’t just represent Wales on the field, it embodies Cymru in the heart. Each time the players walk out of the tunnel, the Brethyn Cartref motif stands as a symbol of all four corners of our nation uniting in one voice," stated the Welsh Rugby Union.
England's new kit, also priced at £85, is available from Castore. It maintains a clean aesthetic with red highlights and a new collar designed to withstand 1,200 Newtons of force. The inclusion of a velvet flocking on the shirt's back for players to dry their hands is both practical and innovative, setting it apart in terms of functionality.
As these nations gear up for the Autumn Nations Series, their kits not only represent their heritage and team spirit but also bring a slice of rugby fashion to the forefront. Let the games begin!
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The Autumn Nations Series is set to ignite next month, featuring a blockbuster lineup including South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, and Argentina, who will face off against the four home nations alongside Japan and Fiji. The series kicks off with England squaring up against Australia at Twickenham on November 1, and includes a high-profile clash between Ireland and New Zealand on U.S. soil at Chicago's Soldier Field. In light of the series, we've taken a close look at the latest home nation rugby shirts, ranking them from best to least based on their 2025 designs.
Leading the pack is Ireland's latest jersey, retailing at £82 and available from Canterbury. Known for their impeccable designs, including the much-acclaimed British & Irish Lions kits, Canterbury has once again delivered a masterpiece. The shirt boasts a stylish collar with white trim, inspired by Ireland’s lush landscapes and adorned with the iconic Ireland badge.
"Canterbury really made a lot of noise last year with their hugely popular jerseys, especially the 150th edition. Seeing another jersey this year that celebrates the island of Ireland is fantastic. There’s never any doubt the jersey performs at the highest level,"
said Andrew Porter, Ireland and British & Irish Lions prop.Scotland claims the second spot with their £85 shirt from Macron, celebrating 100 years of Murrayfield. This centenary shirt mixes nostalgia with modernity, featuring a white polo collar against the dark blue and a touch of gold embroidery. The original Thistle badge and subdued sponsorship from Arnold Clark adds to its classic allure, making it a standout piece.
Wales introduces a controversial yet iconic kit priced at £82, available on the Macron website. Its design, inspired by traditional Welsh blankets, is a bold statement with its quartered red hues and embodies the spirit of Wales. "This kit doesn’t just represent Wales on the field, it embodies Cymru in the heart. Each time the players walk out of the tunnel, the Brethyn Cartref motif stands as a symbol of all four corners of our nation uniting in one voice," stated the Welsh Rugby Union.
England's new kit, also priced at £85, is available from Castore. It maintains a clean aesthetic with red highlights and a new collar designed to withstand 1,200 Newtons of force. The inclusion of a velvet flocking on the shirt's back for players to dry their hands is both practical and innovative, setting it apart in terms of functionality.
As these nations gear up for the Autumn Nations Series, their kits not only represent their heritage and team spirit but also bring a slice of rugby fashion to the forefront. Let the games begin!