Nine will exclusively broadcast the opening game of the 2025 Ampol State of Origin series live and free on Channel 9HD and 9Now on Wednesday, May 28, at 7.00pm AEST. The match will be held at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
Game I sees the Queensland Maroons, led by Daly Cherry-Evans, aiming to recover from a 2024 series defeat. Key players Cameron Munster and Tino Fa’asuamaleaui return from injury. New South Wales will defend its title under returning coach Laurie Daley, with Nathan Cleary, Latrell Mitchell, and debut captain Isaah Yeo among the lineup.
Coverage from Wide World of Sports will be hosted by James Bracey, with commentary and analysis from Origin veterans including Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, and Brad Fittler. Danika Mason, Allana Ferguson, and others will provide sideline and panel insights.
Exclusive content & second screen enhancements
Viewers will also have access to live content from team camps, including live crosses to coaches Billy Slater and Laurie Daley.
Coverage includes segments from inside team camps, a live feed from the Queensland team bus with Johnathan Thurston, and exclusive dressing room access.
9Now will offer supplementary viewing options including Player Cams focused on Kalyn Ponga and Nathan Cleary, along with a Spider Cam offering aerial views. A 20 minute mini-match highlight reel will also be available post-game on 9Now.
What time is the game?
The broadcast will be tailored for local time zones on Wednesday, May 28:
Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne: 7.00pm on Channel 9HD and 9Now
Adelaide: 6.30pm on 9GemHD, 7.00pm on Channel 9HD and 9Now
Perth: 5.00pm on 9GoHD, 5.30pm on Channel 9HD and 9Now
Pre-match programming includes specials on Channel 9 and 9Now such as “100% Footy,” “Freddy and The Eighth,” and dedicated podcast episodes of “Stories of Origin” and “The Billy Slater Podcast.”