How to watch the State of Origin in United Kingdom
The State of Origin airs on Watch NRL in United Kingdom. Last verified 2026-04-15.
Where to watch
The summary
- Competition
- State of Origin
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Season
- 2026 (3 rounds)
- Free options
- No free-to-air option in United Kingdom
- Cheapest paid
- Watch NRL from £12.99/mo
- Last verified
- 2026-04-15
Common questions
Can I watch the State of Origin for free in United Kingdom?
No free-to-air State of Origin broadcaster currently operates in United Kingdom. The most affordable legal option is usually a streaming service with a free trial.
Which streaming service is best for State of Origin in United Kingdom?
For full coverage, Watch NRL carries every match at around £12.99 per month. All three matches live. Note Australian kick-off times mean late-night UK viewing.
Can I use a VPN to watch?
VPN use is legal in most jurisdictions but typically violates the terms of service of streaming platforms. Streaming services actively detect and block VPN traffic, and using one to circumvent geo-restrictions can result in your account being suspended. We recommend using a licensed local service in your country, or the competition's official international streaming option which is licensed for global access (where applicable).
What time do State of Origin matches kick off in United Kingdom?
Kick-off times depend on the home country of the competition. NRL matches are scheduled in Australian Eastern time, which means UK viewers see them in the morning, US East Coast viewers see them late evening the night before, and Pacific Time viewers see them in the afternoon. Every fixture page on this site shows kick-off times in your local timezone.
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About this guide
We track rugby league broadcast rights across 32 countries and 11 competitions. Rights deals can change — we last verified the State of Origin listings for United Kingdom on 2026-04-15. If you spot something out of date, drop us a line.
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