State of Origin – one of the biggest events on the Australian rugby league calendar – is almost here.
New South Wales will have the home-ground advantage for the opening game as they look to stop Queensland from picking up a third consecutive series win.
Whether you are living overseas or enjoying a trip abroad, The Sporting News takes you through the international broadcast details.
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How to watch State of Origin in the UK
For those based in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports will air all three Origin games this year. The first clash between NSW and Queensland will kick off at 11:05 am BST on June 5.
How to watch State of Origin in the USA
Fox Sports currently broadcast three NRL games per week in the States, and will also show every minute of Origin in 2024. Game 1 will kick off at 6:05 am ET on June 5.
How to watch State of Origin in Canada
Fans in Canada can tune into the entire Origin series this year on Sportsnet. The opening game is set to start at 6:05 am ET on June 5.
How to watch State of Origin in India
India does not have an official NRL broadcaster, so all three Origin games in 2024 can be streamed via Watch NRL. The opener will begin at 3:35 pm IST on June 5
State of Origin international broadcasters: TV channel, live stream for NSW vs. Queensland
| Country/Territory | Broadcaster | Game 1 start time – Wed. Jun. 5 |
| United States of America | Fox Sports | 6:05 am ET |
| Canada | Sportsnet | 6:05 am ET |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | 11:05 am BST |
| Netherlands | ESPN | 12:05 pm CEST |
| France | BeIN Sports | 12:05 pm CEST |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | ESPN Africa/Netherlands | 12:05 pm CAT |
| Singapore/Brunei/Malaysia | Fox Sports Asia | 6:05 pm SGT |
| Papua New Guinea | TVWAN | 8:05 pm PGT |
| Pacific Islands | Digicel | 10:05 pm FJT |
If your country does not have an official broadcaster, all three Origin matches can be streamed via Watch NRL.
The full list of overseas NRL broadcasters can be viewed here.
Can you watch State of Origin on a plane?
If you’ve managed to book a flight that clashes with Origin, you’ll have to wait until you land to find out the result.
Sport24 – which is available on selected airlines – broadcasts five NRL games per week, as well as every finals match.
However, they won’t be showing any of this year’s Origin matches.