(All transmitters)

Introduced by David Coleman
Featuring Rugby Union: England v. Ireland
direct from Twickenham at 2.40
The whole of this afternoon's international match - the first of the season for Ireland
Commentator, Peter West with Cliff Morgan

Today's Timetable:

Boxing
in America it 12.50: Carl Hubbard v. Luis Rodriguez
An exclusive recording of this week's Welterweight fight in Miami Beach

Racing
direct from Newcastle
1.30 Shoveller Novices' Hurdle Race
2.0 Widgeon Steeplechase
2.30 The Race of the Day: Eider Handicap Steeplechase over 4 miles 1 1/2 furlongs
Commentator, Peter Bromley with Michael Seth-Smith in the Parade Ring

Snooker
direct from Birmingham at 2.10 and 4.15: Joe Davis v. Jack Rea
The second in 'Grandstand's' new series of 'Snooker Plus'
Commentator, Ted Lowe
Television Presentation by Reg Perrin

Rugby Union at 2.40 (see above)

Sports Results and News Service
at 4.30 app. Football and Racing summaries
Including classified football results

Presented by Bryan Cowgill
Programme Editor: Paul Fox