How to Watch State of Origin Game 1 Anywhere

The Queensland Maroons and the NSW Blues kickstart their State of Origin rivalry in Game 1 at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.

The State of Origin is scheduled to make a comeback to Suncorp Stadium, the original location of the series opener back in 1980. Queensland's 24 State of Origin victories throughout the years, compared to NSW's 17, give the Maroons the historical advantage over the Blues.

STREAM: State of Origin Game 1 on Rugby247.TV Anywhere

Both teams have won three titles apiece over the past six years, and NSW won the 2024 State of Origin series 2-1 after rallying from a Game 1 defeat.

With several of the biggest names in the competition out due to injury, Laurie Daley and Billy Slater have had a lot to consider before selection.

The Sporting News is on hand to bring you all the latest TV, scheduling, and live streaming information ahead of this match.

How to watch State of Origin Game 1: TV channel, free live stream

TV channel: -
Free-to-air channel: Nine Network (9Gem in Adelaide)
Live stream: Nine Now
Live Stream anywhere: Watch on Rugby 247

The NSW Blues vs. Queensland Maroons match is available for free-to-air live TV broadcast on the Nine Network and can be live-streamed on Nine Now.

STREAM: State of Origin Game 1 on Rugby247.TV Anywhere

While the State of Origin games are not available on Kayo, new users can still currently sign up for a FREE trial to watch other NRL games. This dedicated streaming service offers affordable, contract-free plans starting at just $25 per month. Plus, it’s a paradise for sports fans, streaming plenty of live action, including cricket, AFL, F1, and much more.

Rugby league fans in Australia can catch three matches per week for FREE on the Nine Network streaming platform. Typically, these games will air on Thursday nights, the second Friday night slot, and Sunday afternoons.

State of Origin Game 1 start time

This NRL match between the NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons takes place at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Queensland, and kicks off on Wednesday, May 28 at 8:05 p.m. AEST.

Here's how that time translates to different Australian time zones:

DateKickoff timeAustralian Eastern Standard TimeWednesday, May 288:05 p.m.Australian Central Standard TimeWednesday, May 287:35 p.m.Australian Western Standard TimeWednesday, May 286:05 p.m.

State of Origin Game 1 team list

NSW Blues team listQueensland Maroons team list

1. Dylan Edwards
2. Brian To'o
3. Stephen Crichton
4. Latrell Mitchell
5. Zac Lomax
6. Mitchell Moses
7. Nathan Cleary
8. Mitch Barnett
9. Reece Robson
10. Payne Haas
11. Liam Martin
12. Angus Crichton
13. Isaah Yeo

14. Connor Watson
15. Spencer Leniu
16. Hudson Young
17. Max King

18. Campbell Graham
19. Stefano Utoikamanu
20. Haumole Olakau'at

1. Kalyn Ponga
2. Xavier Coates
3. Robert Toia
4. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
5. Valentine Holmes
6. Cameron Munster
7. Daly Cherry-Evans
8. Moeaki Fotuaika
9. Harry Grant
10. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui
11. Reuben Cotter
12. Jeremiah Nanai
13. Patrick Carrigan

14. Tom Dearden
15. Lindsay Collins
16. Beau Fermor
17. Trent Loiero

18. Kurt Mann
19. Jesse Arthars
20. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki