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Where to watch Panthers vs. Bulldogs: Free live stream, free-to-air channel, start time for NRL match

Abhinav Nair

Where to watch Panthers vs. Bulldogs: Free live stream, free-to-air channel, start time for NRL match image

The Penrith Panthers will look to continue their excellent run of form, when they host top of the ladder side Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs in their next National Rugby League (NRL) match.

A convincing 28-18 victory against the New Zealand Warriors in the last round saw the Panthers extend their winning streak to three games in the NRL.

On the other hand, the Bulldogs held onto their spot at the top of the NRL ladder with a hard-fought 24-18 win over the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

While the Bulldogs are in top form this campaign, the Panthers come into this game with the bragging rights, having won the last seven meetings between the two sides.

The Sporting News is on hand to bring you all the latest TV, scheduling and live streaming information ahead of this match.

How to watch Panthers vs. Bulldogs: TV channel, free live stream

TV channel: Fox League
Free-to-air channel: Channel 9
Live stream: Kayo, Foxtel, 9Now

The Rabbitohs vs. Bulldogs match is available for live TV broadcast on Fox League and free-to-air on Channel 9 in Australia. Streaming options are available on Foxtel, 9Now and Kayo Sports.

New users of Kayo can currently sign up for a FREE trial. This dedicated streaming service offers affordable, contract-free plans starting at just $25 per month. Plus, it’s a paradise for sports fans, streaming plenty of live action, including cricket, AFL, F1, and much more.

Rugby league fans in Australia can catch three matches per week for FREE on Nine Network streaming platform. Typically, these games will air on Thursday nights, the second Friday night slot, and Sunday afternoons.

Panthers vs. Bulldogs start time

This NRL match takes place at CommBank Stadium in Sydney, Australia, and kicks off on Thursday, June 26 at 7:50 p.m. AEST.

Here's how that time translates to different Australian time zones:

 DateKickoff time
Australian Eastern Standard TimeThursday, June 267:50 p.m.
Australian Central Standard TimeThursday, June 267:20 p.m.
Australian Western Standard TimeThursday, June 265:50 p.m.

Panthers vs. Bulldogs team list

Panthers team listBulldogs team list

1. Dylan Edwards
2. Thomas Jenkins
3. Izack Tago
4. Casey McLean
5. Brian To'o
6. Blaize Talagi
7. Nathan Cleary 
8. Moses Leota
9. Mitch Kenny
10. Lindsay Smith
11. Isiah Papali'i
12. Liam Martin 
13. Isiah Yeo

14. Brad Schneider 
15. Liam Henry
16. Luron Patea 
17. Luke Garner

1. Connor Tracey 
2. Jacob Kiraz
3. Bronson Xerri 
4. Stephen Crichton 
5. Marcelo Montoya 
6. Matt Burton
7. Toby Sexton
8. Max King
9. Reed Mahoney 
10. Daniel Suluka-Fifita 
11. Viliame Kikau 
12. Jacob Preston 
13. Bailey Hayward

14. Kurt Mann 
15. Harry Hayes
16. Josh Curran
17. Lachlan Gavin

Panthers schedule

Here's the schedule for the Rabbitohs' next five matches of the 2025 NRL season.

DateGameTime (AEST)
Thu, June 26vs. Bulldogs7:50 p.m.
Sun, July 13at Eels4:05 p.m.
Fri, Jul. 18vs Rabbitohs8:00 p.m.
Sat, Jul. 26vs. Wests Tigers5:30 p.m.
Sat, Aug. 2at Titans3:00 p.m.

Bulldogs 2025 schedule

Here's the schedule for the Bulldogs' next five matches of the 2025 NRL season.

DateGameTime (AEST)
Thu, Jun. 26at Panthers7:50 p.m.
Fri, Jul. 4vs. Broncos8:00 p.m.
Sat, Jul. 12at Cowboys7:35 p.m.
Sat, Jul. 19vs Dragons5:30 p.m.
Sun, Jul. 27vs Sea Eagles4:05 p.m.

Abhinav Nair

Abhinav Nair is a sports writer at The Sporting News, covering everything from football to NASCAR.

Based out of New Delhi, India, he graduated from Ambedkar University with a master’s degree in history.

In his idle time, Abhinav likes playing badminton and watching mystery shows. Before joining The Sporting News in 2024, Abhinav covered the 2022 FIFA World Cup for Goal.