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Sky Sports for rugby league

The UK's primary rugby league broadcaster. Holds exclusive Super League rights including all 27 rounds, the play-offs, the Grand Final, and selected Challenge Cup matches. Available via Sky TV, Sky Glass, or NOW.

Quick answer

Rugby league on Sky Sports in 2026

Sky Sports holds the broadcast rights to every Betfred Super League match in 2026, plus the Challenge Cup, Magic Weekend, and selected international matches including State of Origin. Sky Sports does not carry NRL matches — for NRL in the UK, see Watch NRL.

Super League
Every match live on Sky Sports Arena or Sky Sports Main Event
Challenge Cup
All rounds including the Wembley final
State of Origin
Selected games (check schedule)
NRL
Not carried by Sky Sports — use Watch NRL
Without a dish
Stream via NOW TV Sports Pass from £11.99/mo
Quick facts

Is Sky Sports right for you?

Type
Cable / pay-TV
Monthly price
From 22 (default) · £22 UK
Available in
GB, IE only
Language
EN
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Coverage

What you can watch

GB
Super League
27 rounds · 2026
 GB
Challenge Cup
9 rounds · 2026
 GB
Championship
27 rounds · 2026
On Sky Sports

Coming up

All fixtures →

Next matches scheduled to air on Sky Sports based on our broadcast rights data. Schedules can change — we recommend confirming with Sky Sports's own listings on the day.

Super League · Round 12
Huddersfield Giants vs Toulouse Olympique
John Smith's Stadium, Huddersfield
Super League · Round 12
Wakefield Trinity vs York Knights
DIY Kitchens Stadium, Wakefield
Super League · Round 13
Wigan Warriors vs St Helens
Brick Community Stadium, Wigan
Super League · Round 13
Wakefield Trinity vs Huddersfield Giants
DIY Kitchens Stadium, Wakefield
Super League · Round 13
Bradford Bulls vs Castleford Tigers
Odsal Stadium, Bradford
Super League · Round 13
Leeds Rhinos vs Warrington Wolves
AMT Headingley Stadium, Leeds
FAQ

Common questions

How much does Sky Sports cost?
Pricing varies by region and tier — UK subscribers pay around £22/month. Annual subscriptions, bundles, and student discounts can reduce these prices significantly — always check Sky Sports's current pricing before signing up.
Where can I watch Sky Sports?
Sky Sports is available in GB, IE only. Outside these countries, the service is geo-blocked.
What rugby league does Sky Sports cover?
Sky Sports carries 3 rugby league competitions: Super League, Challenge Cup, Championship. Coverage scope — whether all matches, selected matches, or play-offs only — varies by competition.

Available in your country?

Sky Sports is available in 2 countries: GB, IE. Check our country guides to see what's best where you are.

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