How to Watch Australia v Fiji: Rugby League World Cup 2026 Live Stream From Anywhere
The Australia v Fiji Men’s Rugby League World Cup Pool A encounter takes place on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, with kick-off scheduled for 9.05am GMT (8.05pm AEDT), according to rugbyworld.com. Fans can stream the match live through regional broadcast partners or watch for free on Seven and 7plus in Australia.
What to Expect at Suncorp Stadium
Heading into the second match of the tournament, the reigning champion Kangaroos carry the tag of strong favourites. Their opening fixture delivered a narrow 24-22 victory over an outstanding New Zealand side that held the lead well into the second half. Rugbyworld.com reported that this opening contest stands as the toughest fixture Australia will face in the pool stages. Team boss Kevin Walters brings squad depth to the Brisbane pitch, welcoming back captain James Tedesco at full-back alongside debutants Bradman Best, Sam Walker, and Blayke Brailey.
Fiji enters the fixture following a comfortable 40-12 win over the Cook Islands on the opening weekend. Fiji maintains an unchanged starting line-up for the Brisbane clash, knowing their final pool fixture against New Zealand holds greater weight for their knockout qualification prospects. Suncorp Stadium is expected to draw a substantial crowd anticipating a dominant performance from the co-hosts.
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Broadcast and Streaming Options by Region
Viewers located in Australia can access the match free of charge via the Seven network and its 7plus streaming service by creating an account with an email address. For Australian residents travelling overseas during the fixture, virtual private network services like NordVPN offer a method to bypass geo-blocking restrictions.
In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Premier Sports holds exclusive broadcast rights for the tournament. Online subscriptions cost £18.99 monthly on a rolling basis, £13.99 monthly on an annual contract, or £150 paid upfront. The channel is also accessible via Sky Q, Prime Video, STV Player, and Virgin Media. Irish viewers can add Premier Sports through Sky Sports via the Sports Extra pack starting at €10 per month, or through a Now Sports Extra membership.
US audiences can tune in via Premier Sports through a dedicated RLWC26 Pass priced at $25, granting access to all 53 games across the men’s, women’s, and wheelchair competitions. Coverage extends to over 120 countries globally through Premier Sports networks.
Confirmed Team Line-Ups
Australia selects James Tedesco as captain at full-back, alongside Jack Bostock, Kotoni Staggs, Bradman Best, Tom Trbojevic, Tom Dearden, and Sam Walker in the backline. The forward pack features Kaeon Koloamatangi, Blayke Brailey, Lindsay Smith, David Fifita, Reuben Cotter, and Cameron Murray. The interchange bench includes Tino Fa’asuamaleaui, Jacob Preston, Patrick Corrigan, Cameron Munster, Reece Walsh, and Latrell Mitchell.
Fiji names Bayleigh Bentley-Hape, Sunia Turuva, Waqa Blake, Solomone Saukuru, Semi Valemei, Kurt Donoghoe, and Brandon Wakeham. The forward rotation comprises Jacob Saifiti, captain Apisai Koroisau, Mitchell Prest, Taane Milne, Kitione Kautoga, and Caleb Navale. Interchange options feature Josese Lanyon, Emosi Ravosai, Elijah Keung, Ronald Philitoga, Jordin Leiu, and Apenisa Driti. Match officials include referee Gerard Sutton, touch judges Nick Pelgrave and Michael Wise, and senior review official Chris Butler.
Disclaimer: The insights provided in this article are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute medical advice or sports betting recommendations.
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