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Gone are the days when a Foxtel subscription was all you needed to keep up with your favourite sports. As the amount of different sports Aussies watch has increased, so has the number of streaming services showing these events. We’ll take you through the best streaming services for sport in Australia, and where to find your sport of choice.
What are the best sports streaming services in Australia?
Sports streaming services in Australia could be split between paid and free. Some of the best sports streaming services available in include:
Paid streaming services
- Kayo
- Stan Sport
- Disney+
- beIN Sports
- DAZN
Free streaming services
- 10
- 7plus
- 9Now
- SBS On Demand
Paid sports streaming services
Kayo
Undeniably the top dog of Australian sports streaming services, Kayo has established itself as the go-to option for live and on-demand sport. Kayo also has sports talk-shows, documentaries, and variety segments, as well as an impressive set of bonus features like Split View, Key Moment playback and live interactive stats.
Sports on Kayo include:
- Basketball
- NFL
- NHL
- Cricket
- AFL
- NRL
- Darts
- Horse Racing
- Extreme sports
Subscription cost: Seven-day free trial and then $30 per month for a Standard subscription or $40 per month for a Premium subscription.
Stan Sport
Stan Sport has an extensive catalogue that features a range of international and Australian sports. The only catch is that you have to sign up to a Stan plan to be able to add Stan Sport to your subscription for an extra $20 a month. The cheapest option is the Basic Plan for $12 a month, which means you’ll pay $32 a month minimum to watch Stan Sport.
Sports on Stan Sport include:
- Rugby Union
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Cycling
- Motorsports
- Cricket
- Combat Sports
Subscription cost: $20 add-on to a Stan subscription.
Disney+
Disney+ added ESPN to its platform in 2025, giving subscribers access to an impressive selection of live and on-demand American sports.
Sports on Disney+ (ESPN) include:
- NBA and WNBA
- Major League Baseball
- NHL
- UFC Fight Nights
- NFL
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- College sports
Subscription cost: $15.99 per month for a Standard plan, or $20.99 for a Premium plan.
beIN Sports
beIN Sports is a niche streamer that’s especially good for soccer (or football if you’re particular) fans looking to watch the leagues not included on other sports streaming services in Australia. BeIN Sports features the Bundesliga, Serie A, and LaLiga, as well as the EFL Championship and Copa Libertadores.
Sports on beIN include:
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Motorsports
- Rugby Union
Subscription cost: $15.99 per month or $191.88 annually.
DAZN
DAZN is home to sports events you can’t find on other streaming services in Australia, but its main drawcard is its combat sports content, some of which you won’t find anywhere else. The service also offers extra features such as NFL Game Pass and FIFA Club World Cup for an additional fee.
Sports on DAZN include:
- Boxing
- MMA
- Kickboxing
Extreme sports - Chess
- Equestrian
Subscription cost: $29.99 per month or $14.99 per month for a 12-month subscription.
Free sports streaming services
10
Formerly known as 10play, 10 has a small selection of sports, including the MotoGP and Formula One, which can be streamed live and on-demand. It also has the Australia Cup Socceroos and Matildas football matches.
7plus
From 2025, the 7 Network is the home to the AFL, making 7plus the place to watch the footy or catch up on replays. Alongside the AFL, 7plus has a huge catalogue of other sports, including T20 cricket, racing highlights and the annual Melbourne Cup. 7plus also includes curated panel shows and sports documentaries.
9Now
9Now has a range of sports to choose from, with a focus on Australian rugby league content, including State of Origin and the women’s NRL. Golf fans can tune into the Masters and Presidents Cup, alongside the ATP Cup and Australian Open. 9Now also shows Australian and international netball competitions.
SBS On Demand
Rounding out the free sports streaming services, SBS On Demand has a slightly underpowered sporting catalogue. Its main drawcard is its coverage of the Tour De France, with daily stage updates and full replays of the day’s action. It also covers the lead up to the FIFA World Cup and hosts some niche sports content like volleyball, figure skating and athletics.
What is the best sports streaming service?
The best sports streaming service for you will depend on the sports you want to watch and your budget. If you watch a wide variety of sports, and can handle the higher price tag, a Kayo subscription might make sense for you. Or, if you’re a rugby fan who already has a Stan subscription, Stan Sports may be a no-brainer.
Regardless of the sport you’re into, it’s worth comparing streaming services on a range of factors before making a decision. Features like the amount of screens you can stream on, account sharing policy, audio and visual quality, and the option to download content to watch offline, could all affect your final decision.
