The All Blacks finish their Pool A matches knowing a single bonus point win will take them into the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals
The All Blacks were massively impressive in their 96-17 demolition of Italy last Friday. Their batteries should be recharged for their final pool match, so you’ll want to watch a New Zealand v Uruguay live stream with kick off coming soon! This article has all the details you need to tune in, including details of how to watch for FREE on ITV4 and ITVX in the UK.
OL Stadium in Lyon is hosting the intriguing clash today with kick-off edging nearer at 8:00pm (BST). Below we have all the information you need to live stream the game, and if you’re watching the match from outside your country, you can use a VPN to watch the All Blacks v Uruguay FOR FREE from abroad via ExpressVPN.
All Blacks skipper Sam Cane leads a side featuring nine changes from the one that thrashed Italy. Cam Roigard starts at scrum-half and Damian McKenzie is at full-back for the first time since November 2021.
Will the All Blacks power their way to another big win, or will Uruguay make life a little tougher for them? We have details of all the Rugby World Cup fixtures and how to watch them, and you can scroll down to find the New Zealand v Uruguay kick-off time where you are.
Nicolas Freitas of Uruguay
Watch New Zealand v Uruguay: live stream for FREE in the UK
ITV have the exclusive rights to show the Rugby World Cup to UK audiences – including the All Blacks v Uruguay. Kick-off is at 8:00pm with coverage starting on ITV4 at 7:15pm.
You can also stream for free on ITVX via your computer or smart device. ITVX has an amazing app that works on almost all your smart devices, so just search for the app on any device, phone or console you have.
If you’re outside of the UK, but want your usual coverage, it’s best to check out ExpressVPN and follow the instructions below. As well as a VPN, you’ll need a valid TV licence to watch ITVX when abroad.
How to watch the All Blacks v Uruguay: live stream from outside your country
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Watch New Zealand v Uruguay: live stream from New Zealand
As is the case for all of 48 matches of the tournament, Sky Sport NZ will be screening the All Blacks’ match against Uruguay. A Rugby World Cup 2023 Pass is available for $89.99, giving you access to every match live and on demand.
Kick-off for New Zealand v Uruguay is at 8:00am New Zealand time this morning.
Sky Open is also broadcasting free but delayed coverage of New Zealand v Uruguay, starting at 9:30am on Friday 6 October.
Watch All Blacks v Uruguay: live stream from South Africa
After their defeat to Ireland it seems unlikely that the Springboks will be facing the runners up in Pool A in the quarter-final. Even so, there will still be plenty of interest in New Zealand v Uruguay. SuperSport is the place to go in South Africa. Kick-off is at 9:00pm with build-up underway.
There are various SuperSport packages available, whether you want to watch via DStv or stream.
Watch New Zealand v Uruguay: live stream for FREE from Ireland
There will be plenty of interest in this clash for the Irish, as the All Blacks will almost certainly be Ireland’s quarter-final opponents. In Ireland, the 48 matches of the Rugby World Cup are available to watch FOR FREE, with coverage shared between RTÉ and Virgin Media Television.
RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player are showing this game, which kicks off at 8:00pm in Ireland. Coverage gets underway at 7:30pm.
If you’re going to be away from home, you can use ExpressVPN to watch New Zealand v Uruguay FOR FREE from abroad.
Watch All Blacks v Uruguay: live stream from the USA
In the USA, New Zealand v Uruguay (kick-off 3:00pm ET, 12:00pm PT today will be streamed on Peacock Premium, which is available for $5.99 a month. You can find subscription information here:
Watch New Zealand v Uruguay: live stream from Australia
Aussie rugby fans will be tuning in to Stan Sport, as the streaming platform will show all 48 Rugby World Cup matches, ad-free, live and on demand.
Kick-off in Australia for the All Blacks v Uruguay is at 6:00am on this morning, with coverage starting at 5:45am.
It costs $15 a month to add Stan Sport to your general Stan plan. There is also a 30-day free trial available so you can give Stan a run out first – though this does not apply to Stan Sport.
Watch New Zealand v Uruguay: live stream for FREE from Europe
World Rugby’s RugbyPass TV streaming service is providing English language Rugby World Cup live streams FOR FREE in Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Malta, Slovakia and Ukraine.
TF1 have the broadcast rights in France – however, they have also agreed a sub-licensing deal for 28 of the 48 matches with commercial broadcaster M6 and public-service broadcaster France Télévisions as well. Kick off is at 9:00pm French time.
In Italy, Rai and Sky Italia are sharing the rights to show the World Cup. New Zealand v Uruguay kicks off at 9:00pm in Italy.
Watch All Blacks v Uruguay: live stream for FREE from Asia
World Rugby’s RugbyPass TV streaming service is providing Rugby World Cup live streams FOR FREE in China, Mongolia, Myanmar, South Korea, Turkmenistan and Vietnam.
beIN Sports is the place to go to watch a New Zealand v Uruguay live stream in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, Timor-Leste, Philippines, Thailand, Laos and Cambodia. All 48 matches of the tournament will be available on the beIN Sports Connect app, and on dedicated pop-up channel beIN Sports Rugby.
In some countries (including Hong Kong, Singapore and Philippines), Rugby World Cup matches are not included as part of your usual BeIN Sports subscription. To watch the tournament, you’ll need to pay for an additional RWC Pass, which will give you access to all the matches. (Prices vary by country.)
New Zealand v Uruguay: kick-off times
UK: 8:00pm
South Africa: 9:00pm
Ireland: 8:00pm
USA: 3:00pm (ET), 12:00pm (PT)
Australia: 6:00am (AEST)
New Zealand: 8:00am
France: 9:00pm
New Zealand v Uruguay: team line-ups
NEW ZEALAND: Damian McKenzie; Will Jordan, Anton Lienert-Brown, Jordie Barrett, Leicester Fainga’anuku; Richie Mo’unga, Cam Roigard; Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Codie Taylor, Tyrel Lomax; Samuel Whitelock, Tupou Vaa’i; Shannon Frizell, Sam Cane (captain), Luke Jacobson
Replacements: Samisoni Taukei’aho, Tamaiti Williams, Fletcher Newell, Scott Barrett, Ethan Blackadder, Finlay Christie, Beauden Barrett, Caleb Clarke
URUGUAY: Rodrigo Silva; Gastón Mieres, Tomas Inciarte, Andres Vilaseca (captain), Nicolas Freitas; Felipe Etcheverry, Santiago Arata; Mateo Sanguinetti, German Kessler, Diego Arbelo; Ignacio Dotti, Manuel Leindekar; Manuel Ardao, Lucas Bianchi, Manuel Diana
Replacements: Guillermo Pujadas, Matias Benitez, Ignacio Peculo, Juan Manuel Rodríguez, Santiago Civetta, Agustin Ormaechea, Felipe Berchesi, Juan Manuel Alonso
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