Where to watch NRL Rugby League games in Bali
Bali’s sports bar scene is excellent for Aussie expats and tourists, with many venues reliably showing NRL (Australian Rugby League) live via satellite (TrueVisions/Fox Sports) or streaming. Due to the time difference (Bali GMT+8 is 3 hours ahead of eastern Australia), Friday/Saturday night games often air Saturday/Sunday mornings Bali time – bars open early for big matches like State of Origin or finals. Seminyak/Legian/Kuta areas dominate; confirm via bar Facebook for specific games, as coverage is strong for NRL.
Season start in 2026?
- Pre-season trials: Start from February 7, 2026, over three weeks (Pre-Season Challenge with prize money).
- Round 1 of the main competition: Kicks off with Las Vegas double-header on March 1, 2026 (Australian time; early morning Bali time), with full Australian rounds from March 5, 2026.
- Grand Final: Sunday 4th October 2026
Sports Bars Showing NRL Live
These Aussie-friendly bars show NRL reliably (AFL/cricket too); all in tourist areas.
| Sports Bar Name | Location | Description (TV Screens, Opening Hours) | Food Served | Beer Prices (approx. IDR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The GOAT (The Pub) | Seminyak (Eat Street, Jl. Kayu Aya) | 19 screens across 2 levels + surround sound; opens early; shows all NRL/State of Origin. | Pub meals; popular: burgers, pizzas. Very good fish and chips | 50,000–70,000 |
| Galaxy Sports Bar | Seminyak (Jl. Dhyana Pura) | Multiple large screens; opens 9 AM–late; long-time NRL viewer. | Pub fare; standard bar food. The bacon and egg rolls rock. | Cold Bintang ~40,000–60,000 |
| Nirvana Sports Bar | Seminayk (Jl. Kayu Aya) | 24 HD screens + jumbo; opens early; NRL/NBA/boxing focus. | Australian comfort; popular: chicken parmy, steaks. Aussie Burger with the Lot is gun. | 60,000–90,000 |
| Y Sports Bar | Legian & Padang Padang | Both venues have multiple large screen TVs | Sport bar food | 60,000–90,000 |
| Royal Jack Sports Bar | Kuta | A large sports bar across 2 levels, large TV screens everywhere | The Hot Dogs rock | |
| The Place 2 Be Bar | Sanur (Jl Danau Poso) | 2 large TV screens, 1 pool table, cheap cold beer | No food is served here – you can get delivery – Pizza N Go is also 50 meters walk – best pizza in Sanur | 50,000–80,000 |
| The Melting Pot Salon | Ubud | Multiple screens; opens early for big events; reliable NRL games | Saloon/pub fare; popular: steaks, ribs. | ~50,000–70,000 |
| The Barn Gastropub | Canggu | Laid back vibe bar with live music and live sport | Gastro pub meals | tbc |
| The Bench Sports Bar | Batu Bolong Beach Canggu | A lively sports bar on the hill heading down to Batu Bolong Beach | Good pub food | tbc |
Do Any Hotels Have Sports Channels Showing NRL?
Yes, luxury resorts with ESPN/Fox Sports show NRL in bars/rooms:
- AYANA Resort Bali (Jimbaran): Sports channels; bar for live NRL.
- The Mulia (Nusa Dua): Satellite; lounges for matches.
- Four Seasons Resort Bali: TrueVisions; great for Aussie sports.
Can You Stream Live on Your Own Device?
Yes – use VPN (e.g., ExpressVPN) for geo-blocks:
- Kayo Sports (Australia): Full NRL (~AUD 25/month).
- Watch NRL app: Official international streaming (~$20/week or $99/season).
- 9Now (free with VPN to Australia for some games).
Bali’s Aussie crowd makes NRL viewing fun – grab a Bintang and enjoy!
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Am staying at Royal Purnama Resort Sukawati, is thete somewhere close to watch the NRL state of origin.
I am not sure of any sports bars around your resort in Gianyar but you best bet would be the sports bars in Sanur which are not too far away. Either Barb’s Sports Bar or White Sands Sports Bar will probably show the State of Origin. I have emailed White Sands Sports Bar as they normally show Rugby League games and they usually respond to my emails quickly.
I’ll respond again to this comment and post up a link to their website if they confirm they’ll be showing the game. Probably post up tonight.
http://whitesandssportsbarsanur.com/
Meads at Tanjung Benoa near Nusa Dua shows all the NRL and AFL and rugby union. Had good food and cold beer
If you are looking for the best place to watch sport and all the finals action then head to Finns Recreation Club at Canggu. With over 30 screens both indoors and out the air conditioned sports bar and spacious outdoor Bistro C are the perfect place to watch in comfort and be sure of getting a good spot in front of a screen.
Staying in Bingin – any idea where we could go to watch the g/f? Thanks!