Is Rugby on Amazon Prime Video? Here’s Where to Watch Live Fixtures in 2025

If you’re wondering whether you can watch live rugby on Amazon Prime Video in 2025, the short answer is: yes - but not everywhere, and not all games. What you get depends on where you live, what competition you’re after, and whether you’re tuning in for club rugby, international matches, or the big tournaments.

What rugby is actually on Amazon Prime Video?

Amazon Prime Video streams rugby in select regions, mainly through exclusive broadcasting deals. In the UK and Ireland, Prime Video holds the rights to the United Rugby Championship (URC) - that’s the league with teams like the Bulls, Lions, Munster, and Leinster. You’ll find every single URC match live, plus the playoffs and final. No cable subscription needed. Just your Prime account.

In the U.S., Prime Video carries the Autumn Nations Series - the November test matches where teams like England, Ireland, and New Zealand tour the Northern Hemisphere. You’ll also get select Six Nations games when they’re not on traditional broadcasters. In Australia, Prime Video doesn’t carry any major rugby competitions right now. Instead, you’ll find Super Rugby Pacific on Stan Sport and Wallabies tests on Network 10 or Kayo.

The key thing to remember: Amazon doesn’t own global rights. They buy them country by country. So if you’re in Canada, South Africa, or Japan, your options change entirely. Always check Prime Video’s local sports page before you sign up.

How to find rugby on Amazon Prime Video

Finding rugby on Prime Video is straightforward if you know where to look. Open the Prime Video app or website and click on the Sports tab at the top menu. You’ll see a section labeled Live & Upcoming - that’s where all the rugby shows up when it’s live.

You can also search directly for United Rugby Championship or Autumn Nations Series. Once you select a match, it’ll show you the start time in your local timezone, and you’ll get a reminder notification if you turn it on. No extra fees for these games - they’re included with your Prime membership.

If you’re outside the UK, Ireland, or U.S., you might not see rugby listed at all. That doesn’t mean it’s not available - it just means another service holds the rights. For example, in France, beIN Sports has the URC. In New Zealand, Sky Sport carries most international matches. Always verify local availability before assuming you can stream it.

What’s not on Prime Video?

Just because Prime Video has some rugby doesn’t mean it has all of it. Here’s what you won’t find:

• Super Rugby Pacific - That’s Australia and New Zealand’s top club competition. It’s on Stan Sport in Australia and Sky Sport in New Zealand.
• Premiership Rugby - England’s top league. It’s on TNT Sports in the UK and DAZN in the U.S.
• The Rugby Championship - Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Argentina. It’s on Stan Sport in Australia and ESPN+ in the U.S.
• World Cup matches - The 2023 Rugby World Cup was on ITV in the UK and NBC in the U.S. The 2027 event hasn’t been assigned streaming rights yet, but it won’t be on Prime Video unless they bid and win.

If you’re a fan of multiple competitions, you’ll likely need more than one service. Prime Video is great for URC and Autumn Nations, but it doesn’t replace the need for other platforms if you follow the full global calendar.

Is Prime Video the best option for rugby fans?

Prime Video’s biggest advantage is simplicity. No extra subscription cost. No confusing bundles. If you already have Prime for movies and shopping, you get live rugby as a bonus. The streaming quality is solid - 1080p HD, low buffering, and reliable on most devices. The interface is clean, and you can download matches to watch offline, which is handy for travel.

But it’s not the most complete option. If you want every single match from every major league, you’ll need a mix of services. For example, in the UK, you’d still need TNT Sports for Premiership Rugby. In Australia, you’d need Kayo for Super Rugby and the Wallabies. Prime Video fills a specific gap - not the whole picture.

The real win for rugby fans? The ability to watch URC games without a pay-TV contract. That’s a game-changer for younger fans or those cutting the cord. You can watch Munster vs. Stormers on your phone during lunch, no antenna required.

What’s coming in 2025 and beyond?

Amazon is aggressively expanding its sports portfolio. In 2025, they’re expected to bid for the rights to the Six Nations Championship - but they’re up against the BBC, ITV, and Virgin Media. If they win, it would be huge. Right now, those games are split between BBC and ITV in the UK, and NBC in the U.S.

There’s also talk of Amazon securing rights to the Women’s Rugby World Cup in 2025. If that happens, it would be the first time a global women’s rugby tournament gets a major streaming platform deal. That could shift how fans watch the game - more accessibility, more visibility.

For now, stick with what’s confirmed: URC in the UK and Ireland, Autumn Nations in the U.S. And keep an eye out for announcements in early 2025. Rights deals usually get signed in the spring, so March is when you’ll hear if anything’s changing.

Can you watch rugby on Prime Video without a Prime membership?

No. You need an active Amazon Prime subscription to access any sports content on Prime Video. There’s no standalone sports add-on like you’d find on YouTube TV or fuboTV. You can’t pay just for rugby.

But you can try Prime for free. Amazon offers a 30-day trial for new users. If you’re only interested in a few URC matches or Autumn Nations games, you could sign up, watch what you need, and cancel before the trial ends. Just make sure you turn off auto-renewal - otherwise, you’ll be charged $14.99/month after 30 days.

Keep in mind: if you’re outside the regions where Prime has rights, the sports section won’t show rugby at all, even if you’re on a Prime account. Location matters more than your payment method.

What devices can you use to watch rugby on Prime Video?

You can stream rugby on almost anything with a screen and internet:

• Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Sony, Roku, Fire TV)
• Game consoles (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X)
• Mobile phones and tablets (iOS and Android)
• Computers (Windows, macOS, ChromeOS)
• Streaming sticks (Amazon Fire Stick, Chromecast)

The app works well on all of them. You can cast from your phone to your TV using Chromecast or AirPlay. The picture quality stays sharp even on larger screens. No lag if your internet is above 10 Mbps.

One tip: if you’re watching on a TV, use the Prime Video remote app on your phone to control playback. It’s easier than fumbling with a TV remote.

What about replays and highlights?

All matches are available to rewatch after they finish. You can pause, rewind, or fast-forward - no restrictions. Highlights are posted within hours of the final whistle. You’ll find them under the match page or in the Highlights section of the Sports tab.

There’s no dedicated rugby channel or daily recap show, though. If you want analysis, you’ll need to go elsewhere - YouTube, Twitter, or the official league sites. Prime Video gives you the live action, not the commentary.

Is there a way to watch rugby on Prime Video if you’re abroad?

Technically, yes - but it’s not legal or reliable. Some people use a VPN to change their location and access Prime Video’s UK or U.S. sports feed. But Amazon actively blocks most VPNs. Even if you get in, you might get logged out, lose your stream, or have your account flagged.

Amazon’s terms of service say you can only use your account in the country where you signed up. Breaking that rule risks account suspension. And if you’re trying to watch a match that’s not licensed in your region, you’re likely violating copyright laws.

The safer route? Use a local broadcaster. If you’re in Canada, check DAZN. In South Africa, SuperSport has URC. In Japan, DAZN carries some international games. It’s cheaper than risking your account.

What’s the best alternative if rugby isn’t on Prime Video where you live?

If Prime Video doesn’t carry rugby in your country, here are the top alternatives:

• Australia: Stan Sport (Super Rugby Pacific, Wallabies), Kayo Sports (Wallabies, some internationals)
• Canada: DAZN (URC, Autumn Nations, The Rugby Championship)
• South Africa: SuperSport (URC, Springboks, The Rugby Championship)
• France: beIN Sports (URC, Top 14)
• New Zealand: Sky Sport (Super Rugby Pacific, All Blacks)
• U.S. (if not on Prime): ESPN+ (The Rugby Championship, some internationals), FloRugby (minor leagues)

Most of these services offer monthly plans under $15. Some even have free trials. You don’t need to commit to a year - just pay for the season you care about.

If you’re in the UK or Ireland, Prime Video is your best bet for URC. If you’re in the U.S., it’s the easiest way to catch Autumn Nations. Everywhere else? Check local providers. Rugby is more accessible than ever - you just need to know where to look.