- England vs Australia Game 1 – Saturday, October 25 at 2.30pm BST / 9.30am ET / 12.30am AEDT (Sun)
- FREE stream on BBC iPlayer (UK) / 9Now (AUS)
- Use NordVPN to watch from anywhere
The England vs Australia rugby league Ashes game 1 live stream sees the curtain-raiser of the historic series being played for the first time since 2003. Below we have information on how to watch the rugby league from anywhere in the world, with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters and what free live streams are available.
It may have been 45 long years of hurt since the Northern hemisphere faction last won an Ashes series – and longer still (1959 to be precise) that they did so on home turf – but the George Williams-led England have been on their own rich run of form. You have to go back nearly three years to see a blemish on their record (a devastating golden point loss to Samoa in the World Cup semi-final), comfortably defeating all comers since then.
Here's where to watch 2025 England vs Australia Rugby League Ashes Game 1 2025 live streams online from anywhere – including for FREE.
Can I watch England vs Australia rugby league for free?
Yes! The BBC will host the coverage of all three 2025 rugby league Ashes games, with live action on its flagship BBC One channel.
That means you'll be able to watch the series online live and on catch up on the BBC iPlayer streaming service – it's completely free to stream on laptops, mobile and TV streaming devices for anybody with a valid TV licence.
Also, 9Now will broadcast the action to Australian residents.
If you're traveling away from home, you can use a VPN to watch the live action free from abroad on your usual streaming service. More details below...
Use a VPN to watch any England vs Australia rugby league 2025 stream
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How to watch England vs Australia rugby league 2025 in the UK
As explained above, rugby league fans in the UK can watch all three 2025 Ashes games for FREE, with action being shown on BBC One. That means you can live stream every minute online via the BBC iPlayer.
BBC iPlayer is free to use (with a valid TV licence) and works across a wide range of devices including smart TVs, laptops, games consoles, mobile phones, tablets and streaming sticks.
Away from the UK right now? Use NordVPN to stream rugby league from abroad
How to watch England vs Australia rugby league live streams in Australia
Every game of the 2025 rugby leagues Ashes is on Foxtel in Australia on its Fox League 502 channel.
Your most cost-efficient option is specialist sports streamer Kayo Sports, with plans starting from $30 a month after you've taken advantage of its first month from $1 offer or 7-day free trial.
Looking for a free stream? 9Now will have all the action at no cost at all.
If you're currently out of Australia but want to watch an England vs Australia live stream, you'll need to get yourself a VPN as per the instructions above.
Can I watch England vs Australia rugby league Ashes in the US and Canada?
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it doesn't appear that the 2025 rugby league Ashes series between England vs Australia will be shown in the US or Canada – neither on linear TV or via a streaming service.
As such, any Brits or Aussies currently in North America will to rely on the services of a VPN to stream the matches as you would at home.
What is the schedule for the 2025 rugby league Ashes between England vs Australia?
Game 1 (Wembley Stadium, London)
Saturday, October 25 at 2.30pm BST / 9.30am ET / 12.30am AEDT (Sun)
Game 2 (Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool)
Saturday, November 1 at 2.30pm GMT / 10.30am ET / 1.30am AEDT (Sun)
Game 3 (Headingley Rugby Stadium)
Saturday, November 8 at 2.30pm BST / 9.30am ET / 1.30am AEDT (Sun)
Can I watch England vs Australia in the 2025 rugby league Ashes on my mobile?
Yes, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser. For example, BBC iPlayer and Kayo apps are available on Android and iPhones.
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