definitely better than Paramount but maybe not Kayo. I expect kayo’s offering of combat sports especilly to increase with DAZN, given the amount of boxing and cage fighting they show. If Kayo lose F1 though to stan i’ll be dropping kayo like a hot potato.
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Combat sport is not as popular in this country , as it is in America.
Kayo really only has AFL, NRL and Cricket as its main drawcards, but you can get these on free to air anyway as well as BBL matches, test matches and ODIs / T20s.
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Exactly. If I were looking at Stan now, I’d be looking at $32-$42 a month with Stan Sport.
Sorry, but no. Chuck in an subscription to The Athletic, I’d consider it. Or reduce it by at least $10.
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very limited though, especially if your a fan of a team not in your state (i’m a Queenslander who supports Carlton in the AFL) and all ODI cricket is behind a paywall.
Kayo also has F1 which is a big deal in my house
The YouTube highlights video of ACT Brumbies v British and Irish Lions rugby union match finished with a promo for Stan’s upcoming Premier League coverage, featuring Liverpool star Mohamed Salah.
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Has anyone who is an Optus customer had a definite answer from Stan on special pricing? I’ve been told No Discount, no special offers!
You can’t see the $9.99 special in Optus SubHub for new and returning customers?
Could also try here (it says to put your same email in and will tell you the best way to subscribe?)
I’m guessing any deal will come from Optus rather than Stan, the FAQ’s says
Look out for an email from Optus with information specific to your Optus account which will give you the best plan option to keep watching your favourites from Optus Sport.
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Stan Sport is definately good value if you’re a rugby union or football fan. If you’re not though, outside of particular circumstances (e.g., subscribing during the Grand Slams if you’re a tennis fan or you follow say IndyCar), the portfolio of rights it has doesn’t have the breadth and depth required to be a ‘must have’ for casual sports fans in the same way Kayo, Sky Sports or Sky Sport (NZ) are.
You say that as if they’re not the three biggest sports in Australia…
As for international ODIs and T20s, Kayo (and by extension, Foxtel) have exclusive rights to men’s matches played in Australia.
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Not at all. I’m referencing the fact that Nine/ Stan has a wider variety of sports than Kayo not just the big 3 and niche sports.
Nine has live coverage of NRL plus the State of Origin and international home matches involving the Kangaroos and the Jillaroos.
Nine also has the Melbourne Cup and Women’s NRL along with the next 5 Olympics (Summer and Winter).
Stan has the football, rugby and tennis as well as Indy Car and Formula E.
This is a far better slate of sport than Kayo IMO.
True, but the games that really matter are the test matches and the BBL , which are all on free to air (Seven).
I think it’s getting fairly even, but personally rate Kayo ahead, but the dumping BeIn Sports a few years back certainly have evened things up. Kayo/Foxtel have also have golf, UFC, netball, V8, NASCAR, F1 and a good slate of international cricket from around the world having ESPN on board also gives them a lot of American sports. I also find the Kayo app is a lot better and ease of finding what you want.
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SHOTS FIRED: SONNY BILL WILLIAMS AND PAUL GALLEN CLASH AHEAD OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED SHOWDOWN IN AUSTRALIAN BOXING
With just two days until Sonny Bill Williams v Paul Gallen - the most anticipated showdown in Australian boxing this year - the two fighters finally met for the first time in over a year at an emotionally charged press conference today in North Sydney.
On the eve of tomorrow’s weigh-in and face off, tension filled the room as the two sporting icons turned boxing superstars faced the media, speaking on the decade-long rivalry before they face each other in the ring during this Wednesday’s fight night at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena.
Paul Gallen said: “Let’s settle the score. Who cares what’s happened in the past, I’m trained to fight. I’ve been here for one reason – to have a go. I’ve never been concerned about legacy. Even at my age, I’ve got no doubt I can beat him.”
In response, Sony Bill Williams said: “The one thing I’ve always said is, I may not be the best boxer but I know I can beat this guy. Wednesday night, it’s on. I’m laser-focused, and I know that if I’m focused, I’ll show how limited this guy is. He’s been at the top of his game for a long time, but so have I.”
Boxing legend Danny Green added: “It’s going to be intense when the bell goes. These boys both really want to win. Sitting next to these blokes, I’m even more excited. I can see how attuned they are to what they want to do – and they want to knock each other out. I can’t wait to sit ringside and watch these two belt each other.”
Also joining them on stage were the stars from a stacked undercard, including a title fight between Kris Terzievski and Troy Pilcher, Olympic medallist and cruiserweight world title contender David Nyika, and two fighters with famous fathers, Alex Leapai Jr and Rahim Mundine.
Troy Pilcher will be competing for the WBA Oceania Bridgweight and WC Continental Bridgerweight titles against Melbourne’s own Kris Terzievski, and said: “I’ve only had five weeks to get ready for this, so I’ve put myself through a lot of pain in that time. I’ve pushed forward and put the pressure on. I’m ready to go. Tune in, it’s going to be good.”
Terzievski responded: “I’ve really put myself through the ringer in this training camp. I’ve had time to evolve, I’m excited. It’s going to be a massive show.”
Also on the card is Kiwi sensation David Nyika [10‑1] returns after his first pro defeat to world‑champion Jai Opetaia earlier this year. The former Olympic and Commonwealth medallist will be out to reassert himself with another trademark, power‑packed performance.
Alex Leapai Jr [4‑0‑1] makes his next pro outing amid rising hype. The undefeated teenage heavyweight is carving his own path - though he’s following in the footsteps of his father, Alex Leapai who fought Wladimir Klitschko for the heavyweight world title in 2014. Junior is already showing he has the sheer size and the tools to reach the very top.
David Nyika said: “This has not been an easy camp for me. Psychologically, coming back from a loss. I really expected to be a world champion right now. But we side step to move forward, and this is an epic card.”
Alex Leapai Jr responded: “Wednesday I’m looking to make a statement. I’m looking to get back onto the winning side.”
About Sonny Bill Williams:
A globally admired dual‑code champion, Sonny Bill Williams won NRL premierships with both the Canterbury‑Bankstown Bulldogs and Sydney Roosters and starred in two Rugby World Cup‑winning All Blacks sides. He’s since proven himself in the ring, formerly holding the NZPBA Heavyweight and WBA International Heavyweight titles.
About Paul Gallen:
A one‑club legend, Paul Gallen captained the Cronulla Sharks to their maiden NRL premiership in 2016 and ended NSW’s Origin drought in 2014. In boxing he’s been one of Australia’s biggest drawcards, notching eight knockouts, including wins over MMA icon Mark Hunt and former Australian champion Lucas Browne.
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