Bayonne vs. Leinster: Watch Online – TV & Streaming Guide
- Watch Bayonne v Leinster as the two sides play their final pool match in this year's European Rugby Champions Cup.
- Read on to find out everything you need to know to watch the game,with details of television channels and streaming options around the world - including facts on...
- - other viewing options: Premier Sports (UK/ireland) / FloRugby (US) / SuperSport (South africa) / EPCR TV (around the world)
Watch Bayonne v Leinster as the two sides play their final pool match in this year’s European Rugby Champions Cup. The Irish side are regulars in the latter stage of the competition and have already secured their place in the last 16. They’ll still, however, be fighting for the victory that will secure top spot in Pool 3, and give them home draws in the knockout stages of the competition. Barring an utterly implausible sequence of results – including a try-fest against the URC champions - Bayonne are out of the tournament.
Read on to find out everything you need to know to watch the game,with details of television channels and streaming options around the world – including facts on how fans in France can watch Bayonne v Leinster live streams for free. We also explain how you can use a VPN to watch your usual TV services from overseas.
Watch Bayonne v Leinster: Key information
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– Date: Saturday 17 January 2026
– Venue: Stade Jean Dauger, Bayonne
– Kick-off time: 3.15pm GMT / 4.15pm CET (local) / 10.15am ET
– FREE STREAM: France TV (France)
– other viewing options: Premier Sports (UK/ireland) / FloRugby (US) / SuperSport (South africa) / EPCR TV (around the world)
– Watch from anywhere: use NordVPN to access your usual stream from abroad
Is there a free streaming option for Bayonne v Leinster?
Bayonne v Leinster is one of two matches available for free this weekend on the France TV streaming service and the France 2 terrestrial channel. The game kicks off at 4.15pm CET on Saturday afternoon.
If you’re signed up to subscription service BeIN Sports, you can also watch a Bayonne v Leinster live stream there.
Don’t worry if you’re travelling overseas this weekend, however. You can still watch your usual streamers as if you were back home with the help of a good VPN. We’ve got more on that below…
Stream Bayonne v Leinster from anywhere
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Champions Cup Broadcast Rights (2023/2024)
As of December 16, 2023, there is no separate broadcast deal in place for the Champions Cup in Australia, New Zealand, and Italy.
Fans in these regions seeking to watch the Bayonne v Leinster match live, and other Champions Cup games, should utilize EPCR TV. EPCR TV offers weekend and season pass options for streaming.
EPCR TV Streaming Options
EPCR TV is the official streaming service for European Professional Club Rugby competitions, including the Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup.
As of December 16, 2023, EPCR TV provides the primary legal means to access live streams of matches in regions without dedicated broadcast partners. EPCR TV official page provides details on subscription options and available content.
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