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- Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors kick-off: Sat, May 30, 10am ET / 3pm BST
The Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors live streams in the 2026 Challenge Cup Final feature Rovers just one game from defending the crown they won for the second time 12 months ago, while the Lancastrians seek a record-extending 22nd title. It's rugby league's big day out at Wembley, and it's unmissable.
Hull KR are 80 minutes away from becoming the first side to defend the Challenge Cup since city rivals Hull FC in 2017 in what would a fitting farewell for head coach Willie Peters. The Aussie is halfway through his final campaign at Craven Park and captain Elliot Minchella is on record as wanting the reigning Super League champions to send Peters back Down Under with trophies. Rovers beat Warrington Wolves 32-12 in the semifinal repeat of last year's final.
Wigan have revenge of sorts in mind. Barely a week-and-a-half ago the Cherry and Whites lost 62-4 to Rovers, but with a much-changed youthful side that's unlikely to feature any repeat names for this final. Head coach Matt Peet welcomes back star man Bevan French and club captain Liam Farrell from injuries for this one, with Zach Eckersley in top try-scoring form. The Warriors whitewashed bitter rivals St Helens 32-0 in the last four.
Here's how to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors in the 2026 Challenge Cup Final from anywhere in the world.
Can you watch the Challenge Cup Final 2026 for free?
The 2026 Challenge Cup Final is free-to-air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the UK.
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How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors live streams in the USA
In the US, the Challenge Cup Final 2026 is being shown on FOX Soccer Plus.
If you don't have access to the channel via your cable package, you can use a cord-cutting service such as Fubo or YouTube TV.
You'll need the Fubo Pro plan, which costs $73.99 a month and comes with a 1-day free trial and your first month for $48.99, but you'll also need the International Sports Plus pack add-on at $6.99 a month to access FOX Soccer Plus.
If you prefer YouTube TV, you need the Sports Plan for $54.99 per month, plus the Sports Plus pack for another $10.99 per month. Free trials of various lengths are available.
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How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors live streams in the UK
In the UK, Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors is free-to-air on BBC One and via the BBC iPlayer streaming service. Live coverage gets underway at 2pm BST.
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Outside the UK? You’ll need to download a VPN, as detailed above, to tap into your free Challenge Cup Final 2026 stream from abroad.
How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors live streams in Canada
The Challenge Cup Final 2026 coverage goes out on Sportsnet in Canada.
That means you can also watch online thanks to its Sportsnet+ streaming service. You'll need a Premium subscription, which costs $42.99 a month / $324.99 a year.
If you already subscribe to these services but find yourself outside Canada, download a VPN and watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors as if you were back at home.
How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors live streams in Australia
In Australia, the Challenge Cup Final 2026 game is being shown on Fox League via Foxtel, with live streaming available via Kayo Sports.
Kayo Sports starts at AU$30 per month after a 7-day free trial. Or you can get your first month for AU$1.
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What is the Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors start time?
The Challenge Cup Final 2026, Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors, kicks off at 3pm BST / 10am ET / 7am PT on Saturday, May 30.
That's 12am AEST on Sunday, May 31 in Australia.
When did Hull KR and Wigan Warriors last win the Challenge Cup?
Hull Kingston Rovers are defending champions, after they beat Warrington Wolves 8-6 in the 2025 final. That was the Robins' second Challenge Cup title.
Wigan are record 21-time former winners, including eight in a row from 1988. They last lifted the trophy in 2024, beating Warrington 18-8.
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