Warriors and Knights to meet in NRL semi‑final as streaming and TV options are confirmed

The National Rugby League’s semi‑final showdown between the New Zealand Warriors and the Newcastle Knights is set for Sunday, 20 September, with kick‑off slated 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 clubs have earned their place in the penultimate round after strong campaigns this season. The Warriors, who have been praised for a resilient defense, will look to build on their late‑season surge, while the Knights, known for a high‑tempo attack, aim to capitalize on home‑ground advantage in what could be a tightly contested match.

Viewers across the globe will have several broadcast options. In Australia, the game will be streamed free of charge on the 9Now platform, the digital arm of the Nine Network. In the United States, Fox One will carry the live feed, while audiences in the United Kingdom can tune in via Sky Sports. New Zealand fans will find the match on Sky Sport.

Australian viewers who encounter geo‑blocking can bypass restrictions by using a virtual‑private network such as NordVPN, which currently offers discounts of up to 75 percent for new subscribers. The VPN service masks the user’s location, allowing access to the free 9Now stream as if the device were based in Australia.

For those outside the listed territories, the match will be available through the respective pay‑TV channels. Fox One requires a cable or streaming subscription in the U.S., Sky Sports is part of most British satellite and streaming packages, and Sky Sport is included in most New Zealand television bundles. Each provider will broadcast the game live, adhering to local commercial breaks and commentary teams.

The semi‑final carries significant implications for the championship picture, with the winner moving on to the grand final. As the date approaches, fans are encouraged to verify their access method early, especially if relying on VPN services that may require setup time. With multiple free and subscription‑based avenues, the Warriors‑Knights clash promises broad reach, ensuring that rugby league supporters worldwide can catch the action as it unfolds.