How to watch NRL in Australia
Selected NRL games are free each round on Channel 9 (NSW, QLD, ACT, NT) or 9Gem (VIC, SA, WA, TAS), plus free streaming on 9Now. Every game is live on Fox League and Kayo Sports (paid).
Free games · Round 26
Free TV by state · Round 26
Nine's free selection is state-split: Channel 9 in NSW/QLD/ACT/NT and 9Gem in VIC/SA/WA/TAS, with free streaming on 9Now. Kick-off windows can also differ. This table is built from the official broadcast guide and updates daily.
Confirmed so far this round — unlisted states may be updated as the guide fills in.
Watch free
Free-to-air in NSW, QLD, ACT and NT for Nine's free games (3/week + finals + Grand Final)
Official site →Paid options
Pricing
Paid plans as of 1 May 2026. Selected NRL games each round are free on Channel 9 (NSW/QLD/ACT/NT) or 9Gem (VIC/SA/WA/TAS), with free streaming on 9Now. No subscription needed for those free picks.
Prices change. Confirm the current plan on the official site before you subscribe — FootyTonight is an independent guide.
Replays
Missed a game? Full replays are available after full time:
- 9Now — Free replays of Nine-broadcast games
- Kayo Sports — Every game on demand (subscription)
Frequently asked
Can I watch NRL for free in Australia?
Yes. Nine broadcasts selected games each round free-to-air — Channel 9 in NSW, QLD, ACT and NT, or 9Gem in VIC, SA, WA and TAS — with free streaming on 9Now. The rest of the round is on Fox League and Kayo Sports.
Which channel has NRL tonight?
It varies by game and state. Free Nine games are on Channel 9 in NSW/QLD/ACT/NT and 9Gem in VIC/SA/WA/TAS. Open tonight's match on FootyTonight to see the channels for your state, free options first.
Do I need Kayo to watch every NRL game?
Kayo Sports and Fox League carry every game live. If you only want Nine's free games each round, you don't need a subscription.
Why is NRL TV coverage different in each state?
Nine's free NRL signal is state-split: Channel 9 in the eastern home states (NSW/QLD/ACT/NT) and 9Gem in VIC/SA/WA/TAS, with free streaming on 9Now. Regional windows can also change kick-off timing. That's why this guide shows availability state by state.
Where can I watch NRL replays?
Nine's games have free replays on 9Now, and Kayo Sports has full replays of every game.
How much does Kayo cost for NRL?
Kayo Sports is the main paid stream for every game (as of 1 May 2026): Kayo Standard $29.99/month (1 stream · up to HD); Kayo Premium $45.99/month (2 streams · up to 4K on selected events). Nine's free selection needs no paid plan. Fox Footy / Fox League sit inside Foxtel packs with their own pricing — check Foxtel for current packs. Always confirm on the official site.
FootyTonight is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the National Rugby League. Always confirm coverage with the broadcaster.