Can You Watch Dolphins vs Roosters for Free?
You can watch Dolphins vs Roosters for free with the Australian streaming service 9Now, which provides live coverage of all NRL finals games including this preliminary final. Simply sign up for a free account on 9Now to stream the match live from Australia.
If you’re outside Australia, using a VPN to connect to an Australian server allows you to unlock 9Now and watch the game live for free.
How to Use a VPN to Watch the Match Anywhere
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) lets you change your device’s virtual location to your home country or any other region where the broadcast is available. This is especially useful for accessing geo-restricted streams like 9Now or Sky Sports when traveling abroad.
NordVPN is highly recommended for its reliability, speed, and strong security. It also frequently offers discounts, making it both a secure and cost-effective way to watch live sports internationally.
Where to Watch Dolphins vs Roosters Live by Region
USA
Watch on FS2 or the Fox One streaming service, which offers a 3-day free trial and thereafter costs $19.99/month. Fox One is also accessible via Sling TV (Select and Blue packages) or other streaming services like YouTube TV and Fubo, both with free trial options. The dedicated Watch NRL platform offers an NRL Finals Pass for $72, covering all remaining matches.
Australia
Catch the game free on Channel 9 or stream it live via 9Now by creating a free account. Fox League is available on Foxtel, and Kayo Sports offers a cost-efficient streaming option starting at $30/month with a $1 first-month deal or a 7-day free trial.
New Zealand
The game airs on Sky Sport 1. Stream it using Sky Sport Now with passes starting at $29.99 per day or $59.99 per month. Access can be unlocked abroad with a VPN set to New Zealand.
UK
Sky Sports Mix broadcasts the match. Subscriptions start at £35/month or £20/month for existing Sky TV customers. Alternatively, Now Sports offers daily and monthly plans. The Watch NRL platform is also available for £57 for the remainder of the season.
Canada
Sportsnet streams the match online. Sportsnet+ starts at $29.99/month or $249.99/year for non-cable subscribers. Watch NRL is also an option. Using a VPN with a Canadian server unlocks these services if you're abroad.
Rest of the World
Watch NRL offers live streams of all 2026 NRL Premiership matches worldwide except in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and some restricted countries. Subscription pricing varies by region. Many countries may also have their own broadcasters streaming the match.
Match Details and Kickoff Time
The Dolphins vs Roosters preliminary final kicks off on Friday, September 25 at 7:50 PM AEST (Brisbane local time). This translates to 5:50 AM ET in the US and 10:50 AM BST in the UK.