Warriors face Knights in NRL semi‑final as broadcast options are confirmed

The NRL semi‑final between the New Zealand Warriors and the Newcastle Knights will take place on Sunday, 20 September, with kick‑off scheduled for 2.05 am Eastern Time, 7.05 am British Summer Time, 4.05 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time and 6.05 pm New Zealand Time.

Both sides secured their spots in the penultimate round after impressive seasons. The Warriors, lauded for a stout defence, aim to extend the momentum of their late‑season push, while the Knights, famed for a rapid‑pace attack, will look to exploit their home‑ground edge in what promises to be a closely fought encounter.

International audiences will have several ways to watch. In Australia, the match streams at no cost on Nine Network’s 9Now service. In the United States, Fox One will air the live broadcast, and UK fans can catch it on Sky Sports. New Zealand viewers will see the game on Sky Sport.

Australian users who run into geo‑blocking can sidestep it by employing a virtual‑private network such as NordVPN, which is currently offering discounts of up to 75 percent for new sign‑ups. The VPN disguises the user’s location, permitting access to the free 9Now stream as though the device were located in Australia.

Those outside the listed regions can watch via the appropriate pay‑TV services. Fox One requires a cable or streaming subscription in the U.S., Sky Sports is included in most British satellite and streaming bundles, and Sky Sport forms part of the majority of New Zealand television packages. Each outlet will present the game live, observing local commercial breaks and commentary crews.

The semi‑final has major stakes for the title race, with the victor advancing to the grand final. As the match draws near, supporters are urged to confirm their viewing method ahead of time, especially if they depend on VPNs that may need configuration. With a mix of free and subscription options, the Warriors‑Knights clash is set to reach a wide audience, allowing rugby league fans worldwide to follow the action live.