The 2023 NRL Playoffs Semifinal between the Brisbane Broncos and New Zealand Warriors is one of the most anticipated matches of the rugby league calendar. With both teams in top form, the stage is set for an epic clash at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday, September 23rd.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the game, no matter where you are in the world.
How to watch in Australia
The game will be broadcast live on both Channel 9 and Fox Sports. Coverage on Channel 9 commences at 7pm (AEST), while Fox League’s coverage begins at 7:30pm (AEST).
If you’re watching on Channel 9, you can tune in to Channel 90 in high definition, 91 in standard definition, or 100 if you’re watching through a Foxtel service. In some markets, you may need to tune into secondary channel 9 Gem to access the game. We recommend checking your local electronic guides.
If you prefer to watch on Foxtel, then the game will be shown live on Fox League, which can be found at Channel 502 provided you have an active subscription with the sports package.
Both channels will also have a live stream of the game available online.
Channel 9’s coverage will be available at 9Now, which is free to use provided you sign up with a valid email address.
Foxtel will live stream their coverage through Kayo Sports, or, for those already with a TV subscription, the Foxtel App is included in most subscriptions.
How to watch in the USA
The game will be broadcast live in the USA on Fox Sports 2. Coverage commences at 5:50 AM ET.
If you don’t have a cable subscription, you can watch the game online through a live streaming service such as FuboTV, SlingTV, Peacock, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV.
How to watch in the UK
The game will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Arena. Coverage commences at 10:50 AM BST.
If you don’t have a Sky Sports subscription, you can watch the game online through the Sky Sports App.
How to watch in other countries
The game will be broadcast live in a number of other countries around the world, including Canada (Roger Sports Net), France (BeIN Sports), New Zealand (Sky Sport), and India (Sony TEN).
For more information on how to watch the game in your country, please visit the NRL website.
How to watch online
- If you’re unable to watch the game on TV, you can live stream it online through a number of different services.
- In Australia, you can watch the game through Kayo Sports or the Foxtel App.
- In the USA, you can watch the game through FuboTV, SlingTV, Peacock, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV.
- In the UK, you can watch the game through the Sky Sports App.
- In New Zealand, you can watch the game through Sky Go.
- In India, you can watch the game through SonyLIV.
Tips for watching online
If you’re planning to watch the game online, here are a few tips to help you get the best possible experience:
- Make sure you have a good internet connection.
- Connect your device to your router via Ethernet cable, if possible. This will provide the best possible connection speed and reliability.
- Close any unnecessary applications on your device. This will help to free up resources and improve the performance of the live stream.
- Reduce the quality of the live stream if you’re experiencing buffering. You can usually do this in the settings menu of the streaming service.
Preview of the match
The Broncos and Warriors are two of the most in-form teams in the NRL at the moment. The Broncos have won their last five games in a row, while the Warriors have won four of their last five.
The Broncos are led by their star fullback, Reece Walsh. Walsh is one of the most exciting players in the NRL, and he is capable of scoring match-winning tries from anywhere on the field.
The Warriors are led by their experienced halfback, Shaun Johnson. Johnson is a former NRL Golden Boot winner, and he is still one of the best playmakers in the competition.
Brisbane Broncos
1. Reece Walsh 2. Jesse Arthars 3. Kotoni Staggs 4. Herbie Farnworth 5. Selwyn Cobbo 6. Ezra Mam 7. Adam Reynolds 8. Thomas Flegler 9. Billy Walters 10. Payne Haas 11. Kurt Capewell 12. Jordan Riki 13. Patrick Carrigan
Interchange: 14. Tyson Smoothy 15. Brendan Piakura 16. Kobe Hetherington 17. Keenan Palasia
Reserves: 18. Corey Oates 19. Martin Taupau
New Zealand Warriors
1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Rocco Berry 4. Adam Pompey 5. Marcelo Montoya 6. Te Maire Martin 7. Shaun Johnson 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Wayde Egan 10. Mitchell Barnett 11. Jackson Ford 12. Marata Niukore 13. Tohu Harris
Interchange: 14. Dylan Walker 15. Jazz Tevaga 16. Bayley Sironen 17. Josh Curran
Reserves: 18. Freddy Lussick 20. Taine Tuaupiki
