You can watch the 2026 Bledisloe Cup through the official broadcaster for the country where you are viewing. In Australia, Nine and 9Now have confirmed free coverage of both tests; in New Zealand, the listed options are Sky Sport and Sky Sport Now, with no free live stream confirmed in the available listings. Rights and access are territory-specific, so “from anywhere” does not guarantee that a service or subscription will work while you are abroad.
2026 Bledisloe Cup fixtures and kickoff times
The series has two tests: New Zealand hosts Australia in Auckland on October 10, followed by Australia hosting New Zealand in Sydney on October 17. Official listings show local schedule times; confirm the current listing in your broadcaster’s app or on its website, since coverage may begin before kickoff.
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| Match | Date and venue | Listed kickoff |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand v Australia, first test | Saturday, October 10, Eden Park, Auckland | 7:10 pm New Zealand time on Sky; approximately 5:10 pm AEDT according to Rugby Australia |
| Australia v New Zealand, second test | Saturday, October 17, Accor Stadium, Sydney | 6:00 pm on Sky; 4:00 pm in Stan’s Australian listing |
These are the times shown by the respective providers, not a single converted global schedule. See the Sky fixture listing, Stan’s Bledisloe Cup page and Rugby Australia’s match information for the published listings.
Where to stream the Bledisloe Cup in your country
The official All Blacks 2026 viewing directory lists these rights holders. It warns that availability can vary by territory and change, so check the broadcaster’s current match schedule before kickoff.
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| Territory | Listed service |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | Sky TV, including streaming through Sky Sport Now |
| Australia | Nine Sport / 9Now and Stan Sport |
| United Kingdom and Ireland | Sky Sports |
| United States | RugbyPass TV |
| Japan | WOWOW |
| Canada | Premier Sports |
| Germany and Austria | ProSieben |
| France | Canal+ |
| Spain and Andorra | Movistar Plus |
| Africa and adjacent islands | SuperSport |
| Pacific Islands | Viti+ |
| Central and South America and the Caribbean | ESPN Sur |
| Southeast Asia, South Asia, several East Asian markets, Central Asia, and Pacific/Oceania territories | Premier Sports |
| The Netherlands | Ziggo |
| Middle East | STARZPLAY |
| Rest of world | SANZAAR TV Channel on YouTube |
The directory does not establish that every listed service is free, available in every subregion, or accessible outside its home territory. In particular, it does not guarantee that the YouTube listing works in every country or that a home subscription can be used while travelling. Follow the local broadcaster’s terms and schedule.
Free Bledisloe Cup streams: what is confirmed
Australia: Nine and 9Now
Nine’s announcement confirms that the first test is live and free on Nine and 9Now. Nine also lists the second test as live and free on Nine/9Now. The first-test coverage starts at different times around Australia: Sydney 4:00 pm AEDT, Brisbane 3:00 pm, Melbourne 4:00 pm, Adelaide 3:30 pm and Perth 1:00 pm. Those are coverage-start times, not kickoff; Rugby Australia lists kickoff at approximately 5:10 pm AEDT for the Auckland test. Check Nine or 9Now for the second test’s local start time, since the published city schedule is for game one. Details are in Nine’s announcement and Rugby Australia’s guide.
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Australia: Stan Sport
Stan Sport is an additional Australian streaming option. Its Bledisloe Cup page lists the matches live and on demand, with 4K coverage noted for the tests. Nine’s announcement describes the first test as available in 4K on Stan Sport and the second as live and on demand in 4K. The sources do not establish current subscription prices, so check Stan’s current terms rather than relying on an assumed price or trial.
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New Zealand and other territories
In New Zealand, the listed services are Sky Sport and the streaming-only Sky Sport Now; the cited listings do not confirm a free live stream for these tests. For other countries, the All Blacks directory identifies a service but does not reliably establish whether it is free. Check the local rights holder for access and price before match day.
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- Featuring Gilbert's newly patented Triangular surface grip pattern, the G-TR4000 represents a major step forward in grip technology on training balls. more defined pattern is hard wearing and allows the player more surface area contact with the ball when handling.
- All Gilbert balls are hand stitched to ensure quality and care. All balls will ship deflated.
- Hydratec technical fabrics and waterproof laminations have been installed to enhance the life and performance of the ball.
- A 3 ply poly-cotton and cotton laminate panel means that the ball will weigh slightly more, perform better on longer kicks and passes, and generally hold it's shape better than a ball of 2 ply construction
- Prior to training or match, use a soft cloth, light detergent and warm water to remove dirt and residue from your rugby ball. This ensures that the grip remains in prime condition for maximum length of time.
Watching on a TV, phone or computer
Stan says its app supports Apple TV, Roku, Firestick, Google TV, Fetch, Android and Apple phones, Android tablets, iPads and computer browsers, as well as categories including smart TVs, consoles, set-top boxes and streaming devices. The information does not confirm every model or generation. Check current compatibility before buying or setting up a device. Stan’s supported-device information is on its Bledisloe Cup page.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How to choose a legal stream when travelling
- Check the country where you will watch. Use the All Blacks viewing directory to identify the listed rights holder for that territory.
- Confirm the exact match in the provider’s schedule. Check local time, coverage start and kickoff separately; the published times above are local provider listings.
- Verify access and price directly. A directory listing is not a promise of free viewing, cross-border availability or subscription portability.
- Use a compatible device. Confirm support with the provider for your specific TV, streaming device or mobile model.
The official listings do not say that a VPN makes a stream lawful, available or accessible across borders. Use the service authorized for your viewing territory and follow its terms.
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- TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED: A durable rugby practice ball you and your rugby team can trust. Featuring Gilbert's newly patented triangular surface grip pattern, the G-TR4000 represents a major step forward in grip technology on training rugby balls. Tests have shown that this new, more defined pattern is hard wearing and allows the rugby player more surface area contact with the ball when handling.
- AS TOUGH AS YOU: Thanks to its proprietary hydratec technical fabrics and waterproof laminations, the Gilbert rugby ball handles even the roughest conditions, enhancing the life and performance of the ball. Gilbert knows what it takes to produce top quality youth rugby, and adult rugby balls, that will last multiple seasons of heavy use.
- PREMIUM CONSTRUCTION: Preparing for a rugby game is serious business. Our size 5 rugby ball, as well as our size 3 and 4 size rugby ball for kids, feature a 3-ply poly-cotton and cotton laminate panels. This means that our balls will weigh slightly more, perform better on longer kicks and passes, and generally hold its shape better than a ball of 2-ply construction.
- HAND-STITCHED: In addition to our superior triangular grip pattern, and 3 ply poly cotton panels, all Gilbert rugby balls are hand stitched for durability. Pull it out of your rugby bag and trust that It's tough as nails. With over 20 years of experience, Gilbert is a trusted brand, making top-quality training equipment that stands up to the toughest challenges, making it the ultimate rugby game ball.
- EASY CARE: Prior to training or a match, use a soft cloth, light detergent, and warm water to remove dirt and residue from your rugby ball. All training/practice rugby balls and rugby game balls come deflated. Inflate them to 9.5 psi using a rugby pump, or any ball pump. Gilbert training balls are a great choice for any rugby team or player looking for an uncompromising, high-quality rugby ball.
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