Bledisloe Cup · 2nd Test
Where to Watch Australia vs New Zealand: TV Channels, Live Stream and Kick-off Time
Australia host New Zealand at Accor Stadium, Sydney on Saturday 17 October. Below is every broadcaster and official stream currently listed for this Bledisloe Cup match, country by country, plus the kick-off time in your time zone.
The short answer
START
04:45 UTC
VENUE
Accor Stadium
Sydney, Australia
WHERE TO WATCH
TV channels and streams by country
Australia vs New Zealand in the Bledisloe Cup (2nd Test) starts at 04:45 UTC on Saturday 17 October 2026, which is 00:45 EDT in New York, 05:45 BST in London and 06:45 CEST in central Europe. Our listings currently show 4 broadcasters across 3 territories for this match; every one of them is in the table above.
The match takes place at Accor Stadium in Sydney, Australia.
Can you watch it for free?
Yes, in some markets. The following listed broadcasters are free-to-air networks or their free players, so no subscription is needed where they operate:
- Nine Network (Australia)
Streaming options: Stan Sport (Australia). Most of these are monthly, cancel-anytime subscriptions, and several offer a trial period for new customers.
We only name official rights holders. Using a VPN to get around a regional blackout usually breaks the terms of service of the platform you are paying for, so check the rules of your provider before travelling.
The teams
Australia
Home side at Accor Stadium.
New Zealand
Away side.
Frequently asked
What time does Australia vs New Zealand start?
04:45 UTC on Saturday 17 October 2026, which is 00:45 EDT in New York, 05:45 BST in London and 06:45 CEST in central Europe.
What channel is Australia vs New Zealand on in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom the match is listed on Sky Sports.
What channel is Australia vs New Zealand on in Australia?
In Australia the match is listed on Nine Network, Stan Sport.
Is Australia vs New Zealand on free TV?
Yes, where these free-to-air broadcasters operate: Nine Network (Australia).
Where is Australia vs New Zealand being played?
At Accor Stadium in Sydney, Australia.
