Follow the action as game 2 sees New South Wales try and win the three-game series against Queensland
This guide explains how to watch Game 2 State of Origin live streams wherever you are in the world – including details of how you can use a VPN to watch your usual stream from abroad.
State of Origin 2 date: Wednesday 18 June 2025, kick-off 11.05am UK
Use NordVPN to watch your usual stream from abroad
Sky Sports Action and Main Event in the UK will broadcast rugby league’s State of Origin series with Game 2 taking place on neutral territory at the Optus Stadium in Perth
The Blues took last year’s Origin spoils 2-1 after a thumping 38-18 win in a Game 3 decider and will be looking to secure the 2025 series having won the opening game 18-6 against the Reds.
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Watch State of Origin live stream for FREE in Australia
Australia’s Channel 9 has the broadcast rights to the State of Origin locally, and all three games will be shown live and free on Channel 9.
Game 2 kicks off on Wednesday 18 June from 7.35pm ACST/8.05 AEST.
You can also stream the State of Origin from Channel 9’s streaming platform, 9Now completely free. You only need a 9Now account to start watching.
Use a VPN to watch NSW vs QLD free from abroad
The State of Origin will also be aired in Australia on a delayed broadcast on Fox Sports and streaming service Kayo after the game has finished. Kayo is ad-free, and you can get a subscription from AU$25 a month.
Watch State of Origin if you’re away from home
Away from home for work or holiday when State of Origin kicks off? That doesn’t mean you have to miss any of the intense rivalry. Fans who are travelling overseas can watch their usual service with the help of a VPN.
State of Origin live stream from the UK
In the United Kingdom, State of Origin rugby games are aired on Sky. That means Sky Sports is the place to go to watch the games.
Sky subscribers get to watch on the move using the Sky Go app, which is available on nearly all modern phones, tablets, laptops, PCs and consoles.
For those without Sky, a better option may be to pick up a Now Sports Membership, which includes all 11 channels but on a more flexible basis.
State of Origin live stream from New Zealand
In New Zealand, coverage of State of Origin will be live on Sky Sport, with several pay TV options.
Subscribers can watch online using New Zealand’s Sky Go service, or live stream it using the Sky Sport Now streaming service. A Sky Sport Now pass costs NZ$19.99 per week or NZ$44.99 per month.
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