Watch the WXV Global Series as 12 of the best sides on the planet compete in a revamped tournament designed to pit teams from opposite ends of the world against each other.

This month the Women’s Six Nations sides play host, welcoming the likes of World Cup runners-up Canada, the Wallaroos and the mighty Black Ferns to Europe. Then, in October, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales will head overseas to face their WXV Global Series rivals on their own turf.

The second weekend of the competition features some blockbuster ties, including Wales welcoming South Africa to Cardiff, Scotland entertaining the Black Ferns in Edinburgh, and – in a repeat of last year’s World Cup final – the Red Roses taking on Canada in Exeter.

This guide will tell you everything you need to know to watch WXV Global Series live streams wherever you are in the world – including details of free viewing options around the world. We’ll also explain how you can use a VPN to tune in if you’re travelling away from home.

– WXV Global Series dates: 12 September-31 October, 2026
– WXV Global Series broadcasters: BBC (UK), Rugby Pass TV (international), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand), TSN (Canada)
– WXV Global Series FREE Streams: BBC iPlayer (UK), England Rugby YouTube channel (UK – England games only), RugbyPass TV (international)
– Watch WXV Global Series from anywhere: Try

What are the WXV Global Series 2026 fixtures this weekend?

• Wales v South Africa
  Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff
  Kick-0ff: 7.15pm BST (local) / 8.15pm CET / 8.15pm SAST / 4.15am AEST (Saturday) / 6.15am NZST (Saturday) / 2.15pm EDT / 11.15am PDT
  Broadcasters: BBC One Wales, BBC iPlayer, website and app, RugbyPass TV (international), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand)

• Italy v Japan
  Stadio Omero Tognon, Pordenone
  Kick-0ff: 1.30pm BST (local) / 2.30pm CET / 2.30pm SAST / 10.30pm AEST (Sunday) / 12.30am NZST (Sunday) / 8.30am EDT / 5.30am PDT
  Broadcasters: RugbyPass TV (international – including UK), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand)
• England v Canada
  Sandy Park, Exeter
  Kick-0ff: 3.00pm BST (local) / 4.00pm CET / 4.00pm SAST / 12.00am AEST (Sunday) / 2.00am NZST (Sunday) / 10.00am EDT / 7.00am PDT
  Broadcasters: BBC iPlayer, website and app, England Rugby YouTube channel (UK), RugbyPass TV (international), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand), TSN (Canada)
• Scotland v New Zealand
  Hive Stadium, Edinburgh
  Kick-off: 5.10pm BST (local) / 6.10pm CET / 6.10pm SAST / 2.10am AEST (Sunday) / 4.10am NZST (Sunday) / 12.10pm EDT / 9.10am PDT
  Broadcasters: BBC Alba, BBC iPlayer, website and app (UK), RugbyPass TV (international), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand)
• France v Australia
  Stade Maurice David, Aix-en-Provence
  Kick-off: 4.45pm BST / 5.45pm CET (local) / 5.45pm SAST / 1.45am AEST (Sunday) / 3.45am NZST (Sunday) / 11.45am EDT / 8.45am PDT
  Broadcasters: RugbyPass TV (international – including UK), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand)

• Ireland v USA
  Tallaght Stadium, Dublin
  Kick-off: 1.45pm BST (local) / 2.45pm CET / 2.45pm SAST / 10.45pm AEST / 12.45am NZST (Monday) / 8.45am EDT / 5.45am PDT
  Broadcasters: RugbyPass TV (international – including UK), Stan Sport (Australia), Sky Sport (New Zealand)

Watch for FREE: WXV Global Series free live streams

Free WXV Global Series live streams are available around the world on Rugby Pass TV, though the availability of matches will vary depending on your region and whether another broadcaster is showing the game.

Check out the Rugby Pass TV schedule to see what’s showing where you are. Rugby Pass TV is free to use but you do need to register beforehand.

In the UK, you can watch England, Scotland and Wales in action across the BBC’s iPlayer, website and TV channels. England matches are also available on the England Rugby YouTube channel.

How to watch

Being away from home doesn’t have to stop you watching the WXV Global Series. A VPN bypasses geo-blocking by changing your IP address, allowing you to stream WXV 2026 matches as if you were at home. The tech experts at and rate NordVPN as world number one, thanks to its low price and unrivalled ability to unblock streaming services.

 live streams in the UK

Home fixtures for England, Scotland and Wales will be available for free across the . The sides’ matches will all be on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app, with selected games also available on the BBC’s terrestrial channels. iPlayer is free to use, but you need to register to use the service. You also need a valid TV Licence to watch live television in the UK.

For games not involving England, Scotland and Wales – including Italy v Japan, France v Australia and Ireland v USA – check out Rugby Pass TV for a free WXV Global Series live stream.

Rugby fans down under should head to for WXV Global Series live streams. All of this weekend’s matches, including the Wallaroos clash with France, are available on the subscription service.

A Stan Sport subscription costs $20 per month on top of a standard Stan plan (for which prices start at $9.99 per month).

Live stream the

is the place to go to watch WXV live streams in New Zealand, with all three of Saturday’s games – including the Black Ferns’ trip to Scotland – available on the service.

Sky Sport Now subscriptions are available for $29.99 per day, $59.99 per month or $549.99 per year.

in Canada

Selected WXV Global Series live streams are available on TSN – including Canada’s match against England on Saturday.

Red Roses v Canada will be available on TSN5, which is available as part of the TSN Standard package (prices start at $24.99 per month).

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