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PanthersvBulldogs

Panthers vs Bulldogs (also searched as penrith vs dogs) — NRL Round 26. Free on Channel 9, 9Gem and 9Now nationally · Paid: Kayo Sports and Fox League. State kickoff times below. Last checked 26 Aug 2026, 10:58 am AEST.

⚡ Quick answer

PanthersvBulldogs

Fri, 28 Aug, 8:00 pm AEST

CommBank Stadium

Watch free on Channel 9 / 9Gem / 9Now. Also on Kayo Sports / Fox League.

Start time in your state

Set your state:
NSW / VIC
Fri, 28 Aug, 8:00 pm AEST
QLD
Fri, 28 Aug, 8:00 pm AEST
SA / NT
Fri, 28 Aug, 7:30 pm ACST
WA
Fri, 28 Aug, 6:00 pm AWST

How to watch

NSW · QLD · NT · ACT
Free
Paid
VIC · SA · WA · TAS
Free
Paid

From the official broadcast guide — free-to-air coverage differs by state.

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Frequently asked

What time does Panthers vs Bulldogs start?

Panthers vs Bulldogs kicks off at Fri, 28 Aug, 8:00 pm AEST (Sydney). See the grid above for your state.

Is Panthers vs Bulldogs free to air in my state?

Yes — free on 9Now nationally. Check the free-to-air table above for your state.

How have Panthers and Bulldogs gone against each other in 2026?

They met once in 2026: Bulldogs won 32-16 at Accor Stadium.

What time does Bulldogs vs Panthers start?

Same match as Panthers vs Bulldogs — see the state-by-state times above.

What time does Penrith vs Dogs start?

Penrith is Panthers and Dogs is Bulldogs — see the state-by-state times above.