Australian fans can watch the Rugby League World Cup 2026 live and free on Seven and 7plus Sport. The tournament runs from 15 October to 15 November 2026, with the Kangaroos beginning their campaign against New Zealand in Sydney.
Seven’s coverage includes the men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions, giving supporters access to all three tournaments through its television and streaming platforms.
Which Channel Will Show RLWC 2026 in Australia?
The Seven Network holds the exclusive Australian broadcast rights. Fans can follow the competition on free-to-air television or stream matches through 7plus Sport without purchasing a sports subscription.
| Viewing option | Australian broadcaster |
|---|---|
| Free-to-air television | Seven Network |
| Online streaming | 7plus Sport |
| Paid subscription required | No |
| Coverage | Men’s, women’s and wheelchair tournaments |
Check Seven’s television guide before each fixture for the specific channel and broadcast start time. Coverage may begin before the scheduled kick-off.
How to Stream the Rugby League World Cup on 7plus
For online viewing, visit the official 7plus Rugby League World Cup page. This is the direct destination for Australian viewers looking for Seven’s tournament coverage.
Before matchday:
- Open 7plus on a compatible device.
- Complete any sign-in prompts before kick-off.
- Find the Rugby League World Cup coverage.
- Select the live match when its stream becomes available.
A reliable internet connection will help keep playback steady. If watching on television through an app, check that it opens and plays correctly before the match starts.
Australia’s Group at Rugby League World Cup 2026
The Kangaroos are in men’s Pool A alongside:
- New Zealand
- Fiji
- Cook Islands
Australia faces each opponent once during the pool stage. The opening meeting with New Zealand provides an immediate test, followed by two fixtures in Queensland against Fiji and Cook Islands.
Australia’s Men’s World Cup Schedule
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Local kick-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, 15 October | Australia vs New Zealand | Allianz Stadium, Sydney | 8:05pm AEDT |
| Sunday, 25 October | Australia vs Fiji | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane | 7:05pm AEST |
| Saturday, 31 October | Australia vs Cook Islands | Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville | 7:05pm AEST |
All three games begin at 8:05pm AEDT for viewers in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Hobart. Queensland remains on AEST, explaining the earlier local time for the Brisbane and Townsville fixtures.
For other matches, browse the full Rugby League World Cup 2026 schedule.
What About Australia’s Women’s Team?
The Jillaroos compete in women’s Pool A with England, Samoa and Wales. Australia’s pool fixtures are against Samoa on 16 October, England on 24 October, and Wales on 1 November. These matches are also included in Seven’s free coverage.
Who Is Commentating?
Andrew Voss leads Seven’s match commentary. The wider broadcast team includes Mel McLaughlin, Corey Parker, Luke Keary, Aaron Woods, James Graham and Shane Flanagan, bringing presenting experience and analysis from former players and coaches.
When Is the World Cup Final?
The men’s final takes place at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Sunday, 15 November 2026. Semi-finals are scheduled for 7–8 November, with Australia’s participation dependent on qualification. Check the official draw and Seven’s listings for any changes before settling in to watch.