The Kangaroos narrowly beat the Kiwis in the opening match of the tournament. What will happen in the Brisbane final?
Watch the Men’s Rugby League World Cup final as Australia and New Zealand compete to lift the trophy at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.
– Date: Sunday 15 November, 2026
– Kick-off time: 8.35am GMT / 7.35pm AEDT / 9.35pm NZDT / 3.35am ET / 12.35am PT
– Free streams: 7 Plus (Australia), ThreeNow (New Zealand)
– Other live streams: Premier Sports (UK, Ireland, US), Sky Sport (New Zealand)
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A month after they kicked off the tournament in Sydney, the two best sides in the world meet again in the Men’s Rugby League World Cup final. The Kangaroos came out on top that day, but hey had to come from behind to narrowly beat the Kiwis 24-22. As the home side and the dominant side in rugby league (they’ve won nine of the last ten world titles), Australia will be clear favourites. But New Zealand gave them a fright in October, and are comfortably the highest scorers in the tournament – the perfect ingredients for a final.
Read on to find out everything you need to know to watch this Australia v New Zealand Rugby League World Cup final online, on TV and from anywhere – including options to watch for free in New Zealand and Australia. Scroll down to the end of the article for the line-ups.
How to watch Kangaroos v Kiwis for FREE
Residents of both competing nations can watch the Rugby League World Cup 2026 final for free.
In Australia, you can watch Australia v New Zealand live streams for free on Seven and its 7plus streaming service. You’ll just need to supply your email address to create a free account.
In New Zealand, you need to head to ThreeNow – you can also watch the game on subscription service Sky Sport NZ.
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Australia’s Harry Grant and Jack Bostock, and New Zealand’s Jamayne Isaako and Kalyn Ponga perform publicity duties ahead of the Brisbane final (Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)
Other places to watch Kangaroos v Kiwis
- United Kingdom: You’ll want to head to Premier Sports to watch Australia v New Zealand live streams in the UK. You can follow the action online, or through your TV via Sky Q, Prime Video, STV Player or Virgin Media. Costs are £18.99 a month on a rolling basis, £13.99 a month on a year-long contract, or £150 a year (that works out at £12.50 per month) if you pay up front.
- Ireland: Premier Sports is also the place to go to watch Australia v New Zealand in Ireland. If you already have Sky Sports you can add the service to your subscription as part of the Sports Extra pack. It’ll cost you €10 per month for the first six months, before rising to €25 per month for the next six months.
- United States: Australia v New Zealand live streams are available on Premier Sports in the US. An RLWC26 Pass now costs $20.
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ is showing every single game of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup in New Zealand. Subscriptions will set you back $59.99 per month or $549.99 per year, though day passes are available for $29.99 if you only want to tune into specific games.
- Rest of the world: Premier Sports holds the Rugby League World Cup 2026 rights in over 120 countries around the world so there’s a good chance you’ll be able to watch live streams for the final there. Prices, of course, vary by region.
Australia v New Zealand line-ups and officials
Australia
1. Reece Walsh
2. Jack Bostock
3. Kotoni Staggs
4. Bradman Best
5. Tom Trbojevic
6. Cameron Munster
7. Tom Dearden
8. Patrick Carrigan
9. Harry Grant
10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui
11. Jacob Preston
12. Liam Martin
13. Isaah Yeo (captain)
Interchange:
14. Ethan Strange
15. Keaon Koloamatangi
17. Cameron Murray
18. Reuben Cotter
19. Latrell Mitchell
22. Sam Walker
New Zealand
1. Kalyn Ponga
2. Jamayne Isaako
3. Dane Gagai
4. Casey McLean
5. Ronaldo Mulitalo
6. Kodi Nikorima
7. Jahrome Hughes
8. James Fisher-Harris (captain)
9. Jeremy Marshall-King
10. Moses Leota
11. Isaiah Papali’i
12. Briton Nikora
13. Joseph Tapine
Interchange:
14. Te Maire Martin
15. Naufahu Whyte
16. Erin Clark
17. Xavier Willision
18. Keano Kini
19. Phoenix Crossland
Officials
Referee: Grant Atkins
Touch judges: Matt Noyen, Tyson Brough
Senior review official: Wyatt Raymond
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