New Zealand hosts Australia in Bledisloe Cup clash at Eden Park
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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

New Zealand faces Australia in the first of two Bledisloe Cup matches on October 10 at Eden Park in Auckland, scheduled to kick off at 7:10 AM BST. The All Blacks have been dominant in this rivalry, holding the cup since 2002, but the Wallabies are coming off a recent victory against South Africa and aim to challenge the All Blacks' historic home advantage. New Zealand's lineup features Damian McKenzie at fly half and captain Codie Taylor, while Australia has made one change with Isaac Henry starting in midfield due to Hunter Paisami's suspension. This encounter is significant as both teams are set to meet again in the World Cup pool stage next year.
- •Match scheduled for October 10, 7:10 AM BST
- •New Zealand has not lost at Eden Park since 1994
- •Wallabies look to challenge after beating South Africa
- •Damian McKenzie starts for New Zealand
- •Isaac Henry replaces the suspended Hunter Paisami for Australia
- 11:01 PMYahoo Sports — Is New Zealand v Australia on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Bledisloe Cup clash
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