Rugby league fans preparing for the Pool A finale of the Rugby League World Cup 2026 have multiple viewing options as Australia hosts the Cook Islands at Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville. The Kangaroos have already secured their spot in the semi-finals, while the Cook Islands look to cap off their tournament appearance following their opening matches. Kick-off is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at 7.05pm local Australian Eastern Standard Time, translating to 5.05am ET, 9.05am GMT, and 8.05pm AEDT.
Viewers located in Australia can watch the match completely free on free-to-air Channel 7 or stream live via 7plus by setting up an account with a valid Australian postcode. International audiences traveling or residing outside of Australia can utilize virtual private network services like NordVPN to access the free domestic coverage as if they were back home.
Other regional broadcasters hold rights across the globe for fans seeking alternative viewing platforms. Premier Sports carries the tournament coverage across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, offering various monthly and full-tournament passes. Meanwhile, supporters tuning in from New Zealand can catch the live action on Sky Sport 2 through satellite television or the Sky Sport Now streaming service.
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