New Zealand vs Fiji live at the Rugby League World Cup 2026: the Kiwis v Bati (New Zealand Kiwis vs Fiji Bati) at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast, kicking off at 3:30 PM AEDT on Saturday 31 October. It is the final Pool A match for both teams, and a must-win game for the Kiwis. For the countdown and the score, open the New Zealand vs Fiji live page.
New Zealand vs Fiji live score
The live score is on our match page. It is updated during the match, and the full-time result is added within minutes of the final whistle. We do not copy broadcaster commentary, so use the TV or stream below to follow the Kiwis vs Bati live.
New Zealand vs Fiji live: kick-off time in your timezone
| Region | Local time (Saturday 31 October) |
|---|---|
| Australia, Sydney (AEDT) | 3:30 PM |
| Australia, Gold Coast and Brisbane (AEST) | 2:30 PM |
| Australia, Perth (AWST) | 12:30 PM |
| New Zealand (NZDT) | 5:30 PM |
| Fiji | 4:30 PM |
| Tonga and Samoa | 5:30 PM |
| Papua New Guinea | 2:30 PM |
| Bangladesh | 10:30 AM |
| India | 10:00 AM |
| Pakistan | 9:30 AM |
| South Africa | 6:30 AM |
| France (CET) | 5:30 AM |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | 4:30 AM |
| USA Eastern (EDT) | 12:30 AM |
| USA Pacific (PDT) | 9:30 PM, Friday 30 October |
UK and French clocks went back on 25 October. US clocks do not change until 1 November.
Where to watch New Zealand vs Fiji live
- New Zealand: Sky Sport, and ThreeNow for free-to-air coverage.
- Australia: Seven, free-to-air, and 7plus Sport, free with an account.
- UK, Ireland, USA and Canada: Premier Sports.
- Fiji and the rest of the Pacific: check the official RLWC 2026 site for your local broadcaster.
- Everywhere else: check the official RLWC 2026 site.
Rights can change, so confirm on the broadcaster's own site. See how to watch New Zealand vs Fiji and our full how to watch guide.
New Zealand vs Fiji rugby world cup live: what is at stake
Australia have won both of their games and are already through to the semi-finals. New Zealand and Fiji both beat the Cook Islands and lost to Australia, so each has two points. The winner of this match will have four points and the loser will stay on two, which makes it close to a straight shootout for the second Pool A semi-final place. Check the pool tables for the latest standings.
How the teams got here
- New Zealand lost 22–24 to Australia, then beat the Cook Islands 82–16.
- Fiji beat the Cook Islands 40–12, then lost 22–36 to Australia.
For the line-ups and our prediction, read the New Zealand vs Fiji team news and prediction.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I follow the New Zealand vs Fiji live score?
Open the New Zealand vs Fiji live page on rlwcfans for the countdown and the score. The score is updated during the match and the full-time result is added within minutes of the final whistle.
What time is New Zealand vs Fiji live?
Kick-off is 3:30 PM AEDT on Saturday 31 October 2026 at Cbus Super Stadium on the Gold Coast. That is 5:30 PM in New Zealand, 4:30 PM in Fiji, 10:30 AM in Bangladesh and 10:00 AM in India.
Are the Kiwis vs Bati live on TV?
Yes. Sky Sport and ThreeNow show it in New Zealand, Seven and 7plus Sport in Australia, and Premier Sports in the UK, Ireland, USA and Canada.
What does New Zealand need to reach the semi-finals?
Australia are already through. New Zealand and Fiji each have two points, so the winner of this match will have four points and move into a strong position for second place in Pool A.
When did New Zealand and Fiji last meet at a World Cup?
New Zealand won the 2022 quarter-final 24–18, after Fiji famously beat them 4–2 in the 2017 quarter-final.