New Zealand vs Australia: UK TV channel, kick-off time and live stream

New Zealand host Australia in the opening Bledisloe Cup Test on Saturday 10 October, with kick-off at 7.10am BST at Eden Park in Auckland.

UK viewers can watch live on Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage listed from 7am. Streaming is available through Sky Go and NOW with the appropriate subscription.

What channel is New Zealand vs Australia on?

Sky Sports Main Event is showing the match live in the UK.

Coverage begins at 7am BST, ten minutes before kick-off. Check the Sky Sports rugby listings for the latest broadcast information.

What time does New Zealand vs Australia kick off?

The match starts at 7.10am UK time on Saturday 10 October.

That is 7.10pm in Auckland, with Eden Park confirming the local kick-off time.

Can I stream the match?

Sky Sports subscribers can watch through Sky Go.

Alternatively, a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership provides access to Sky Sports Main Event. An eligible subscription or membership is required.

What is the team news?

Codie Taylor captains New Zealand, with Damian McKenzie starting at fly-half and Beauden Barrett at full-back.

Scott Barrett returns to the starting side, while Quinn Tupaea partners Jordie Barrett in midfield. Richie Mo’unga is unavailable with a calf injury.

The All Blacks’ official team announcement includes the complete matchday squad.

Australia’s starting side includes Ben Donaldson at fly-half and Harry Wilson as captain at number eight. Isaac Henry partners Len Ikitau in midfield, with Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing.

What is at stake?

Australia are trying to reclaim a trophy New Zealand have held since 2003.

The Wallabies last beat the All Blacks at Eden Park in 1986, making the opening Test a significant obstacle in their two-match campaign.

Read our Bledisloe Cup preview exploring Australia’s challenge against former coach Dave Rennie.