HOW TO WATCH: 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge

The electrifying 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge is set to captivate audiences across the globe from Thursday 29 May to Sunday 1 June at the Netball SA Stadium in Adelaide.

Featuring elite international teams from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Brazil, Germany and the Netherlands, the tournament promises a dynamic showcase of athleticism, teamwork, and resilience and is the world’s biggest wheelchair rugby event held in 2025.

“The 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge represents more than just world-class competition; it’s the largest gathering of wheelchair rugby athletes in 2025. Our diverse broadcast partnerships ensure fans around the world can experience the excitement, energy, and excellence of this unique sport,” said Chris Nay, Chief Executive Officer of Wheelchair Rugby Australia.

Broadcast details

We’re delighted to bring this iconic wheelchair rugby competition to an international audience, with broadcast coverage to be delivered across two courts:

  • Court 1 (Main Court):
    Hosted matches including international matches, select national-level fixtures, and finals will be broadcast live and on-demand through a suite of premium platforms:

    • Australia: Kayo Sports and Foxtel channel 507

    • New Zealand: SkyNZ

    • Canada: CBC

    • South Africa: Streamplay

    • Germany: Sportworld

    • Worldwide (excluding AUS & NZ): DAZN, Amazon Prime (selected live matches), SAMSUNG TV PLUS (USA, Canada, Asia), PLEX via the Unbeaten Sports Channel

  • Court 2:
    All matches from the second court will be streamed exclusively via Wheelchair Rugby Australia's official YouTube Channel, ensuring grassroots and emerging talent are showcased to a broad digital audience.

Ticket information

If you’re in Adelaide, it’s not too late to buy your tickets to the 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge.

Full Event, Day and Session Passes are available for every day of the competition, including dedicated Steelers Primetime Sessions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, culminating in Finals Day on Sunday.

Be part of history and cheer for the Australian Steelers and your state team without changing seats in what will be an event to remember.

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the collision of power and strategy in one of the world’s most compelling adaptive sports.

Regular updates will be shared on Wheelchair Rugby Australia’s official social media pages during the competition. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Sponsors

The 2025 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge would not be possible without our partners and sponsors. Thank you for your support in growing wheelchair rugby across Australia: 

  • Naming Rights Sponsor: Santos 

  • Broadcast Partner: Kayo Sports and Foxtel 

  • Destination Partner: South Australian Tourism Commission 

  • Major Sponsors: Lite n’ Easy, Officeworks, Plan Partners, Degnan, Charter Care Services 

  • Partners: Village Gate, The Rugby Club Foundation, Suncorp, SG Fleet, ISPS Handa, Posca Hydrate, Kindly Healthcare and PhysioXtra Rehab Centre. 

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