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New Zealand vs Italy Free Streams: How to watch Nations Championship 2026 game, TV Channels, Preview

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Saturday's New Zealand vs Italy live stream in the 2026 Nations Championship sees the visitors attempt to make history as they seek to upset the hosts. Victory at the Hnry Stadium in Wellington would be their first ever over the All Blacks.

This fixture has so often been a mismatch in years gone by, with New Zealand putting 50 points or more on the board in 11 of the 17 times they've met. That includes a 96-17 thumping at the Rugby World Cup three years ago. But new head coach Dave Rennie's men are far from a vintage All Blacks side, and they got a big scare from France in Christchurch last weekend – tries from Will Jordan (twice), Peter Lakai and Cam Roigard helped them squeeze a 2-point win over Les Bleus.

Then again, this Italy side is only ranked 10th in the world. Yes, they managed a fourth-place finish in the Six Nations, but that only required two wins out of five. And, despite a fast start with a 4th minute try from Ignacio Brex last Saturday, they were ultimately well beaten 27-10 by Japan in Tokyo. In the likes of Brex, Tommaso Menoncello and Paolo Garbisi they doubtlessly have the smarts to test the best defences in the world, so can they challenge the All Blacks in their own backyard?

Read on below for our guide on where to watch New Zealand vs Italy on TV and get Nations Championship 2026 free streams online.

Watch New Zealand vs Italy for FREE

This game – along with every other match of the 2026 Nations Championship – will be streamed live and free across the US, UK and Ireland. The New Zealand vs Italy live stream is set to be shown on:

🇺🇸 US: Rugbypass TV
🇬🇧 UK: ITVX
🇮🇪 Ireland: Virgin Media Play

What if you're abroad? Rugby fans from the US, UK and Ireland can use NordVPN to watch their usual streaming service from anywhere.

How to watch any New Zealand vs Italy stream using a VPN

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple:

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting Australia and want to view your usual US service, you'd select a United States server from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your usual local streaming service and watch the rugby.

How to watch New Zealand vs Italy live streams in the US

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New Zealand vs Italy and all 2026 Nations Championship matches will be live streamed for FREE on Rugbypass TV in the US.

The dedicated rugby streaming platform can be watched on its website or mobile app, and through Chromecast, Airplay, AppleTV and Android TV.

Outside the US for New Zealand vs Italy? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.

How to watch All Blacks vs Italy live streams in New Zealand

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Sky Sport is the Nations Championship 2026 TV rights holder in New Zealand.

You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at NZ$29.99 per day or NZ$59.99 per month and watch New Zealand vs Italy.

Missing the All Blacks vs Italy game? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.

How to watch New Zealand vs Italy live streams in the UK

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Rugby fans in the UK can watch New Zealand vs Italy for free on ITV.

TV coverage for New Zealand vs Italy is on ITV1 while you can also stream it live and on demand via the free ITVX website and mobile app.

If you're outside the UK but want to tap into your usual coverage, check out NordVPN and follow the instructions above.

ITVX is a free service, though you need to be in possession of a valid UK TV Licence to watch its live streams, as this covers digital content consumption, too.

How to watch New Zealand vs Italy live streams in Ireland

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As mentioned above, all Nations Championship 2026 games will be on free-to-air TV in Ireland.

Virgin Media One is showing New Zealand vs Italy, which means it will also be available to stream on the Virgin Media Play platform.

Not in Ireland right now? Check out NordVPN.

How to watch New Zealand vs Italy live streams in Australia

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In Australia, New Zealand vs Italy will be on Stan Sport.

It costs $20 a month on top of a regular Stan subscription costing from $12 a month.

Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch Stan Sport from abroad.

What is the New Zealand vs Italy start time?

The scheduled New Zealand vs Italy kick-off time on Saturday, July 11 is 5.10pm local time in Wellington, New Zealand.

That's 6.10am BST in the UK and 1.10am ET / 10.40pm PT (Friday) in the US. It's 3.10pm AEST in Australia.

Can I watch New Zealand vs Italy on my mobile?

Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser. For example, ITVX, Rugbypass TV and Sky Sport Now all have dedicated apps.

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