We are all set for the Rugby Investec Champions Cup Final 2025. The date for the big final is 24th May (Saturday). Bordeaux and Northampton Saints are the teams to face off in the final to take the trophy home. The venue for the final is Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
Eventually, a total of 24 teams participated in the tournament. The eight teams from England, eight from France, and eight from Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and South Africa break into twenty-four teams. For the first time since the championship was founded, Welsh teams are playing this season.
Rugby Investec Champions Cup Final 2025: Date and Time
24th May (Saturday) is the date for the final at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The timing for the final is 2.45 pm (BST) and 7.15 pm (IST).
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Teams and Full Match Preview
Bordeaux
Bordeaux has had just as much success combining tactical discipline and explosive attacking play to reach the finals. They brushed aside their netherlandish opposition in the semi-final against the defending champions Toulouse, a game punctuated with brilliance from Damian Penaud and Louis Bielle-Biarrey. Damian Penaud, earlier in the competition, had sent shockwaves through the stadium with six tries against the Sharks, affirming his credentials as an outstanding finisher and attacking player. Especially, the experienced Maxime Lucu masterminds the play of Bordeaux, offering quick ball predicated on smart kicks to unsettle their attack.
Key players: Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Matthieu Jalibert, and Pete Samu
Northampton Saints
They were amongst the teams that ran a blend of youth with experience for the tournament. Their route to the final included impressive wins, one of which was a 37-34 nail-biting victory against Leinster in the semi-finals. Youngsters like Henry Pollock and Fin Smith have greatly contributed to their advancements. The Saints have demonstrated their attacking prowess throughout the tournament. Players like Tommy Freeman and Alex Mitchell have been key by scoring in profusion. As a team, their ability to relish pressure and remain alive under it is something that will be tested in the final.
Key players: Henry Pollock, Fin Smith, Tommy Freeman, and Alex Mitchell
Predictions for the Rugby Investec Champions Cup Final
Especially, Northampton Saints have a game style where they trust the youth and are known for their attacking flair, whereas Bordeaux are tactically driven and focus more on experience. Eventually, it is hard to predict the winner, but an entertaining final is surely on its way.
Where to Watch Live Rugby Investec Champions Cup Final?
The list for broadcasters is divided into two categories as follows:
Europe
| Country/Region | Broadcaster(s) |
|---|---|
| Austria | More Than Sports |
| Baltic States | Viaplay |
| France | beIN Sports, France Televisions |
| Georgia | Rugby TV |
| Germany | More Than Sports |
| Ireland | Premier Sports, RTE |
| Italy | Sky Italia, Eleven Sports |
| Malta | GO |
| Netherlands | Viaplay |
| Nordic Countries | Viaplay |
| Poland | Polsat |
| Portugal | Sport TV |
| Romania | Digi |
| Spain | Movistar+ |
| Switzerland | More Than Sports |
| United Kingdom | Premier Sports, ITV, S4C |
| Other European Countries | EPCRugby.tv |
Non Europe
| Region/Country | Broadcaster(s) |
|---|---|
| Australia | beIN Sports |
| Canada | FloSports |
| Caribbean | SportsMax |
| Latin America | ESPN |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport |
| Pacific Islands | Digicel |
| Southeast Asia | Premier Sports Asia |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport |
| United States | FloSports |
| Other Territories | EPCRugby.tv |
