Here is how to watch New Zealand vs Tonga live, the Rugby League World Cup 2026 semi-final at McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle, on Saturday 7 November at 8:05 PM AEDT. Pick your country below for the broadcaster, then check the kick-off time where you are.
How to watch New Zealand vs Tonga on TV and online
- Australia: Seven, free-to-air, and 7plus Sport, free with an account.
- New Zealand: Sky Sport, and ThreeNow for the free-to-air coverage.
- UK, Ireland, USA and Canada: Premier Sports.
- Everywhere else: check the official RLWC 2026 site for your local broadcaster.
Rights can change, so confirm with the broadcaster. Our how to watch guide has more countries.
New Zealand vs Tonga kick-off time in your timezone
| Region | Local time (Saturday 7 November) |
|---|---|
| Australia, Sydney and Newcastle (AEDT) | 8:05 PM |
| Australia, Brisbane (AEST) | 7:05 PM |
| Australia, Perth (AWST) | 5:05 PM |
| New Zealand (NZDT) | 10:05 PM |
| Tonga and Samoa | 10:05 PM |
| Fiji | 9:05 PM |
| Papua New Guinea | 7:05 PM |
| Bangladesh | 3:05 PM |
| India | 2:35 PM |
| Pakistan | 2:05 PM |
| South Africa | 11:05 AM |
| France (CET) | 10:05 AM |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | 9:05 AM |
| USA Eastern (EST) | 4:05 AM |
| USA Pacific (PST) | 1:05 AM |
Free options
Seven and 7plus Sport in Australia, and ThreeNow in New Zealand, are the free options listed for this tournament. 7plus Sport needs a free account. Sky Sport and Premier Sports are paid.
If you cannot watch live
Follow the score on New Zealand vs Tonga live, and see the day's other games on the Rugby League World Cup live page. The final score also goes on our results page.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I watch New Zealand vs Tonga live?
Seven and 7plus Sport show it in Australia, Sky Sport and ThreeNow in New Zealand, and Premier Sports in the UK, Ireland, USA and Canada. Check the official RLWC 2026 site for other countries.
Is New Zealand vs Tonga free to watch?
In Australia it is free on Seven and on 7plus Sport with an account, and in New Zealand ThreeNow has free-to-air coverage. Sky Sport and Premier Sports are paid services.
What time is New Zealand vs Tonga in the UK?
Kick-off is 9:05 AM GMT on Saturday 7 November.
What time is New Zealand vs Tonga in the USA?
Kick-off is 4:05 AM EST and 1:05 AM PST on Saturday 7 November.