This year, Rugby Union is seeing two of the fiercest competitions come to play – the Rugby Championship and the Bledisloe Cup. But where can you catch all the big hits, every try, and unmissable action? Find out where below.
When is the Rugby Championship?
The Rugby Championship kicks off with Australia and South Africa going head-to-head on Saturday, August 10th. The tournament will see Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Argentina compete for the current championship title New Zealand holds. Each country will play six games across three rounds with the winning team crowned at the end of the competition.
How can I watch the Rugby Championship in Australia?
The Rugby Championship will be available to stream on Stan Sport and Channel Nine with Stan Sport streaming exclusive replays and highlights. You can catch up on game breakdowns with Rugby Rewind so you’ll never miss the action. Australia’s Rugby Championship Fixtures and matches are as follows:
- Australia vs South Africa: 2:30pm (AEST) Saturday, August 10
- Australia vs South Africa: 7:45pm (AEST) Saturday, August 17
- Australia vs Argentina: 5:00am (AEST) Sunday, September 1
- Australia vs Argentina: 5:00am (AEST) Sunday, September 8
- Australia vs New Zealand: 3:45pm (AEST) Saturday, September 21
- Australia vs New Zealand: 5:05pm (AEST) Saturday, September 28
When is the Bledisloe Cup?
The Bledisloe Cup is a fierce competition in which the Aussies battle it out against the Kiwis from across the ditch. Dating back to the 1930s, it’s a rivalry that has lasted decades, with the Australians fighting against the reigning champs to secure the cup. Bledisloe Cup games are played within the Rugby Championship. The matches and start times are:
- Bledisloe Cup Game 1: 3:45pm (AEST) Saturday, September 21
- Bledisloe Cup Game 2: 5:05pm (AEST) Saturday, September 28
How can I watch the Bledisloe Cup in Australia?
Stan Sport will be streaming both games with exclusive access to replays, highlights, and previous years’ competitions, with Channel Nine as the free-to-air option for those without a subscription.
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