How to watch State of Origin Game 3 live and free in Australia

For the second straight year, we're being treated to a State of Origin decider as Queensland prepare to host NSW in Game 3. These are your viewing options
Queensland host NSW in a Game 3, winner-takes-all showdown in front of a packed Suncorp Stadium crowd in Brisbane. What more could you want?
The Maroons defied the critics and the bookies with an impressive win in the opening game at Adelaide Oval. The Blues then hit back hard with a comprehensive triumph in Sydney. Now bragging rights for another year are squarely on the line.
What time is State of Origin Game 3?
This huge decider is set to kick off at 8:10pm AEDT on Wednesday 18 November at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
How to watch State of Origin Game 3
You can watch the game live on Channel 9 and 9Now. Straight after the final whistle, it will be replayed in full on Foxtel iQ, Foxtel Now and Kayo Sports. If you are keen to add to your viewing experience, you might want to consider Kayo's range of unique special features.
We have a complete State of Origin viewing guide for you, while if you are overseas you can follow all the action with Watch NRL.
Watch State of Origin Game 3 on free-to-air
Once you have signed up for a free account to 9Now, Channel 9's digital streaming service, you can stream the game that way. You can also watch it on Channel 9's main channel on traditional TV.
Live stream State of Origin decider from overseas
If you're looking to watch the game from outside of Australia, New Zealand or the Pacific Islands then your best bet is Watch NRL. The service has every single State of Origin match live or on-demand as well as the NRL and the Fox League channel. A monthly subscription costs $39 and would get you access to the entire series.
Stream State of Origin Game 3 replay on Kayo Sports
Once the game has finished on free-to-air TV, it is immediately available on Kayo Sports, Australia's revolutionary sports streaming platform. If you are yet to check it out, Kayo has a 14-day free trial for new users.
After the trial, a Basic subscription to Kayo is $25 a month to watch on 2 screens or $35 a month for a third screen. The streaming option has a range of special features to add to your Origin experience. SplitView, Kayo Minis, Interactive Stats and a crucial No Spoilers feature are among the options. We have a detailed review of Kayo for you.
Kayo broadcasts more than 50 sports, including a variety of timeless, evergreen content like ESPN's 30 for 30. It is compatible with Macs and PCs, iOS and Android devices, Chromecast, Apple TV, Android TV, Telstra TV, Sony Bravia TV and Samsung TV (2017 or later).
State of Origin Game 3 team lists
NSW: 1. James Tedesco (c) 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Clint Gutherson 4. Jack Wighton 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Cody Walker 7. Nathan Cleary 8. Daniel Saifiti 9. Damien Cook 10. Payne Haas 11. Angus Crichton 12. Tyson Frizell 13. Jake Trbojevic. Interchange: 14. Dale Finucane 15. Junior Paulo 16. Nathan Brown 17. Isaah Yeo. Res: 18. Ryan Papenhuyzen 20. Cameron McInnes
Queensland: 5. Corey Allan 1. Valentine Holmes 4. Dane Gagai 21. Brenko Lee. 19. Edrick Lee 6. Cameron Munster 7. Daly Cherry-Evans (c) 8. Christian Welch 9. Jake Friend 10. Josh Papalii 3. Kurt Capewell 11. Felise Kaufusi 13. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui. Interchange: 12. Jaydn Su'A 14. Harry Grant 15. Lindsay Collins 16. Jai Arrow Res: 17. Dunamis Lui. 18. Ben Hunt
Who will win State of Origin Game 3?
What a showdown this promises to be. The Maroons are at home and will be backed by a hugely partisan crowd. The Blues have momentum on their side and we believe the better line-up on paper.
We're really not sure which way to go with this one. Last year, James Tedesco sealed the series with a last-minute try. We think this will be another close clash and maybe it's the Queenslanders' turn to end a two-series losing run and pinch back the shield.
You can see a comparison of Kayo vs Foxtel here. Want more information on sports streaming? Check out our guide on how to watch NFL.
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