The Kangaroos narrowly defeated the Kiwis in the opening match of the tournament. What will happen in the Brisbane final?
Watch the men’s Rugby World Cup final as Australia and New Zealand compete to lift the trophy at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
– Date: Sunday 15.11.2026
– Start time: 8.35am GMT / 7.35pm AEDT / 9.35pm NZDT / 3.35am ET / 12.35pm PT
– Free transfers: 7 Plus (Australia), ThreeNow (New Zealand)
– Other Live Streams: Premier Sports (UK, Ireland, USA), Sky Sport (New Zealand)
– Watch from anywhere: Try NordVPN 100% risk free
A month after kicking off the tournament in Sydney, the two best teams in the world meet again in the men’s Rugby World Cup final. The Kangaroos were top on the day but had to come from behind to narrowly beat the Kiwis 24-22. As the home and dominant team in rugby league (they have won nine of the last ten world titles), Australia will be clear favourites. But New Zealand gave them a scare in October, and are comfortably the tournament’s top scorers – perfect ingredients for the final.
Read on to find out everything you need to know to watch this Australia v New Zealand Rugby 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 lineups.
How to watch Kangaroos vs Kiwis for FREE
Residents of both competing nations can watch the 2026 Rugby World Cup final for free.
In Australia you can watch Australia v New Zealand live streaming for free on Seven and its 7plus streaming service. You only need to provide your email address to create a free account.
In New Zealand, you have to head ThreeNow – you can also watch the match on the subscription service Sky Sport NZ.
If you’re an Aussie or Kiwi currently traveling abroad, a VPN can help you tune in to the Rugby World Cup Final wherever you are. More information on this below…
Live stream Australia – New Zealand from anywhere
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Australians Harry Grant and Jack Bostock, and New Zealand’s Jamayne Isaako and Kalyn Ponga do publicity work ahead of the final in Brisbane (Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)
Other places to watch Kangaroos v Kiwis
- United Kingdom: You’ll want to head over Premier Sports watch Australia v New Zealand live streams in the UK. You can watch the action online or on TV via Sky Q, Prime Video, STV Player or Virgin Media. Costs are £18.99 per month on an ongoing basis, £13.99 per month on a one-year contract, or £150 per year (which is £12.50 per month) if you pay up front.
- Ireland: Premier Sports is also the place to watch Australia and New Zealand in Ireland. If you already have Sky Sports, you can add the service to your subscription as part of the Sports Extra package. It will cost you €10 per month for the first six months, before rising to €25 per month for the next six months.
- United States of America: Australia v New Zealand live streams are available at Premier Sports in the USA. The RLWC26 Pass is now $20.
- New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ shows every single match of the 2026 Rugby 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 just want to tune in to certain games.
- Rest of the World: Premier Sports has the rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup in over 120 countries around the world, so there’s a good chance you’ll be able to watch live coverage of the final there. Prices, of course, vary by region.
Line-ups and Officials Australia vs New Zealand
Australia
1. Reece Walsh
2. Jack Bostock
3. Cotton Staggs
4. Bradman Best
5. Tom Trbojevic
6. Cameron Munster
7. Tom Dearden
8. Patrick Carrigan
9. Harry Grant
10. Abuse of body
11. Jacob Preston
12. Liam Martin
13. Isaah Yeo (captain)
Exchange:
14. Ethan Strange
15. Keaon Koloamatangi
17. Cameron Murray
18. Ruben Kotter
19. Latrell Mitchell
22. Sam Walker
New Zealand
1. Kalyn Ponga
2. Jamayne Isaac
3. Gagai data
4. Casey McLean
5. Ronaldo Mulitalo
6. Is Nicorim
7. Jahrome Hughes
8. James Fisher-Harris (captain)
9. Jeremy Marshall-King
10. Moses Leota
11. Isaiah Papali’i
12. British Nikora
13. Joseph Tapine
Exchange:
14. Te Maire Martin
15. Naufahu Whyte
16. Erin Clark
17. Xavier Willison
18. Chinese style
19. Phoenix Crossland
Officials
Judge: Grant Atkins
Touch Judges: Matt Noyen, Tyson Brough
Senior Audit Officer: Wyatt Raymond
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