• Broncos vs Panthers: Friday, March 6 at 4am ET / 9am GMT / 8pm AEDT
• Watch Broncos vs Panthers for FREE on 9Now (Australia)
• Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 74% and get a free Amazon gift card)

Watch Broncos vs Panthers free live streams from Lang Park, Brisbane, as a blockbuster Round 1 clash starts the 2026 season with a bang. Penrith had won four titles in a row before eventual premiers Brisbane pulled off a mesmerizing comeback in last September’s Preliminary Final.

Beyond the jubilation of that and their Grand Final win over the Storm, however, is a concerning pattern. The Broncos also started the teams’ Magic Round encounter slowly, but there was no heroic comeback on that occasion. They suffered a 32-8 hammering. And the recovery came far too late in the World Club Challenge 2026 defeat by Hull KR two weeks ago. With 20 minutes left they were 30-4 down, and it was only then that they found their groove.

With Payne Haas set to leave at the end of the season, it’s not been the happiest of starts to the campaign for Brisbane. Losing their crown, meanwhile, has forced the Panthers to focus on stability, and they’ve gone one better by re-signing Jack Cogger. Somehow, there’s a feelgood factor around Ivan Cleary’s men that really should belong to Brisbane.

Read on below for our guide on where to watch Broncos vs Panthers on TV and get NRL 2026 free streams online.

How to watch any Broncos vs Panthers stream using a VPN

A VPN is handy piece of software that can make your device appear as if it’s back in your home country, so you can unlock your usual service. The best VPN right now? We recommend NordVPN – it does everything and comes with a 74% discount and Amazon Gift Card thrown in on some plans.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in the US

In the US, three NRL games are shown on Fox Sport each week during the regular season, plus the entirety of the State of Origin and Finals Series. Broncos vs Panthers will be on Fox Soccer Plus.

Cord cutters will be able to watch on the network’s Fox One streaming platform, which costs from $19.99 a month after a 7-day free trial. Or go for a full OTT cable replacement service such as Sling TV (in selected cities), Fubo, YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV.

Only bothered about the rugby? You can see every single game on the dedicated Watch NRL streaming platform, from $20 per week.

If you’re traveling outside of the US, you can make use of NordVPN to catch the action on any of the above services.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in Canada

NRL 2026 coverage goes out on Sportsnet+ in Canada, with three matches per week, State of Origin and Finals Series, but unfortunately Broncos vs Panthers isn’t one of them.

That means the only way to watch Broncos vs Panthers is via the Watch NRL platform, which will show every single fixture. Prices start from $20 a week.

If you already subscribe to these services but find yourself outside Canada, download a VPN and watch NRL games as if you were back at home.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in the UK

NRL 2026 action, including Broncos vs Panthers, is covered by Sky Sports in the UK. Its channels will show three games per week, together with all Final Series, State of Origin and Grand Final matches.

Broncos vs Panthers will be shown on Sky Sports Action.

Sky Sports packages start from £22 per month or you can get a more flexible Now Sports membership starting from £14.99 for a day pass.

Alternatively, die-hard fans might want to check out Watch NRL, which costs £16 a week, £39 a month month or £143 for the whole season and will unlock access to every single NRL game of the 2026 season.

Outside the UK? You’ll might need to download a VPN, as detailed above, to watch your usual stream from abroad.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in Australia

As mentioned above, Broncos vs Panthers is one of the three NRL games per week shown on free-to-air Channel 9 and its streaming service 9Now in Australia.

The NRL 2026 game, and every other fixture this season, will be shown on Fox League via Foxtel. Kayo Sports, meanwhile, is a much more cost-efficient option, with plans starting from $30 a month after you’ve taken advantage of its first month for $1 offer or 7-day free trial.

If you’re currently out of Australia but want to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams, you’ll need to get yourself a VPN, as per the instructions above.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in New Zealand

Sky Sport NZ is the NRL rights holder in New Zealand, with Broncos vs Panthers set to be shown on Sky Sport 3.

You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.

Overseas? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers live streams in Rest of World

Every single match of the 2026 NRL Premiership season, including Broncos vs Panthers, will be shown on the dedicated Watch NRL streaming platform, which is available in all territories except for Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and other selected sanctioned jurisdictions (e.g. Russia, Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea).

Subscriptions cost $20 per week, $39 per month or $182 for a whole year. Check the website for pricing in your region.

Many countries also show games on TV and online through their domestic broadcasters:

How to watch Broncos vs Panthers – FAQ

Aatif is a freelance copywriter and journalist based in the UK. He’s written about technology, science and politics for publications including Gizmodo, The Independent, Trusted Reviews and Newsweek, but focuses on streaming at Future, an arrangement that combines two of his greatest passions: sport and penny-pinching.