1 September 2026
Seven to televise Rugby League World Cup live and free with star commentators
Seven will broadcast the Rugby League World Cup live, free and exclusively, bringing legends and expert commentators to its coverage. 7NEWS Sport reported the network has assembled a star-studded broadcast team made up of well-known rugby league figures and specialist commentators to call the tournament. The arrangement means fans can watch the World Cup without a paywall and hear analysis and commentary from recognised voices alongside the live matches. The network’s free, exclusive rights bundle the match feed with studio discussion and expert input throughout the tournament. Seven’s announcement signals a central role for the broadcaster in delivering the competition to a wide television audience, pairing live action with experienced commentary to shape viewers’ match-day experience.
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Fans will be able to watch World Cup matches live and free on Seven, with expert commentators providing match analysis during broadcasts.
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