How to Watch ACT Brumbies v The British & Irish Lions Online: 2025 Lions Australia Tour Global Viewing Guide

Here's your complete guide to watching ACT Brumbies v The British & Irish Lions live online from anywhere in the world.

7/9/20252 min read

The British & Irish Lions continue their highly anticipated 2025 tour of Australia with a key midweek clash against the ACT Brumbies at GIO Stadium. The fixture serves as the final warm-up before the three-Test series against the Wallabies, and offers one last opportunity for fringe players to stake their claim for selection.

Match Details

  • Fixture: ACT Brumbies vs British & Irish Lions

  • Event: 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour (Warm-Up Match)

  • Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

  • Kick-off Times:

    • 8:00 PM AEST (Canberra)

    • 11:00 AM BST (UK)

    • 6:00 AM ET (USA)

  • Venue: GIO Stadium, Canberra, Australia

  • Broadcast:

    • Australia: Stan Sport, 9Now (free-to-air)

    • UK & Ireland: Sky Sports Action / Main Event, NOW TV

    • USA: RugbyPass TV (warm-ups), Paramount+ (Tests)

    • Canada: DAZN

    • Asia (incl. Bangladesh): Premier Sports Asia

  • Radio: talkSPORT 2 (UK), ABC Grandstand (Australia)

Lions Look to Finalize Test Lineup

British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell has named a near full-strength squad as the touring side aims to fine-tune combinations ahead of the first Test in Brisbane. Maro Itoje captains the Lions, with Finn Russell, Jamison Gibson-Park, and Tom Curry all starting in what Farrell described as a "decisive selection match."

“This is the final step before the real battles begin. We’re treating this as a pseudo-Test,” Farrell said at the pre-match press conference.

The Lions arrive in Canberra following comfortable victories over the Western Force (54–7) and Queensland Reds (52–12), though a less polished 21–10 win over the Waratahs raised questions about execution at the breakdown and tactical cohesion.

Brumbies Bring Grit Despite Missing Wallabies

The ACT Brumbies, one of Australia's strongest Super Rugby franchises, will be without several key Wallabies players due to national team commitments. Among those missing are Rob Valetini, Allan Alaalatoa, James Slipper, and Len Ikitau.

Despite the absences, head coach Stephen Larkham is optimistic.

“These boys are ready. A Lions match is rare and historic. Expect intensity,” said Larkham.

The Brumbies finished their 2025 Super Rugby Pacific campaign as the top Australian side and are eager to make a statement on home soil.

Historic Stakes and Selection Implications

This is the first meeting between the Brumbies and Lions since 2013, when the Canberra-based side pulled off a famous 14–12 upset. For the Lions, the match represents not only a shot at redemption but a final dress rehearsal before the real test begins.

With just four positions reportedly undecided for the opening Test against Australia, this clash offers players such as Alex Mitchell, Ollie Lawrence, and Finlay Bealham a final platform to push for inclusion.