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What channel is Australia v New Zealand Rugby League World Cup 2026 final on? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream

Check out how to watch Australia v New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup 2026 final, including TV details and more.

Tom Dearden of Australia makes a break to score a try during the 2026 Men's Rugby League World Cup Semi Final between Australia Kangaroos and Samoa.

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Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 9:30 am

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Australia and New Zealand battle it out in a blockbuster Rugby League World Cup final on Sunday.

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Kevin Walters's side are the reigning champions with the Kangaroos lifting the Rugby League World Cup a record 12 times.

Australia, who beat 24-22 New Zealand in their opening group game of the tournament last month, comfortably beat Samoa in their semi-final clash and they'll be hoping that home advantage will get them over the line on Sunday.

New Zealand bounced back from their opening Australia defeat with dominating group wins against Cook Islands and Fiji before their 34-10 victory against Tonga in the semi-finals last weekend.

Stacey Jones's side are looking for their second ever Rugby League World Cup success after the Kiwis beat Australia in the 2008 final.

Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Australia v New Zealand on TV and online.

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When is Australia v New Zealand?

Australia v New Zealand will take place on Sunday 15 November 2026.

What time does Australia v New Zealand kick-off?

Australia v New Zealand will kick off at 8:35am.

Check out the Rugby League World Cup 2026 TV schedule with our comprehensive guide.

What TV channel is Australia v New Zealand on?

The final will be shown live on Premier Sports 1.

Premier Sports has exclusive TV rights to this year's tournament, having replaced the BBC. The platform, which had the rights in 2013 and 2017, will show all 18 men's World Cup fixtures live, England matches from the women's and wheelchair tournaments, as well as the semi-finals and finals from both those tournaments.

A subscription is required and starts from £12.99 per month. Subscribers can tune in to Premier Sports on TV, online or on a variety of devices including laptops, smartphones and tablets via their app.

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How to live stream Australia v New Zealand online

The final will be live streamed on Premier Sports Player.

Fans can tune in to watch all the action live and on the move via a range of devices, including smartphones and tablets.

Is Australia v New Zealand on radio?

Unfortunately the final will not be aired on national radio. Check your local BBC radio station for more information.

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