NRL Birthday Clash
South Sydney Rabbitohs Celebrate Jai Arrow's 31st Birthday Against In-Form Newcastle Knights
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Broadcast details for the Rabbitohs vs Knights game include UK Sky Sports, Australia Channel 9, and US Fox Sports for TV, with online options on Sky Go, Watch NRL, and 9Now; US streaming is available via Fox Sports platforms where the match is televised.
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The match is marketed as the 'World's Biggest Birthday Party' for Jai Arrow, and the article suggests that beating the Knights would be the best way to celebrate his 31st birthday with a big Rabbitohs performance.
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NRLW Raiders vs Warriors opener at GIO Stadium is described as Canberra's first home match of the season, featuring a Viking Clap and a range of family-friendly activities.
The Canberra Raiders host the New Zealand Warriors in a Round 2 NRLW clash at GIO Stadium on Sunday, July 12, marking the Raiders' first home game of the 2026 season, according to Canberra Times. The match kicks off a festive day at the Bruce venue, complete with a Viking Clap and a range of family-friendly activities for fans.
Elsewhere in the NRL, South Sydney are set to host Newcastle Knights in what is being billed as the 'World's Biggest Birthday Party' for Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow, who turns 31. The Stats Zone reports the Bunnies are tipped to celebrate in style — despite star playmaker Cody Walker sitting out due to suspension.
Raiders Open Home Schedule with Warriors Showdown
GIO Stadium in Canberra's Bruce suburb hosts the NRLW Round 2 opener between the Raiders and the Warriors. It is the Raiders' first home match of the 2026 NRLW season, according to Canberra Times. The stadium will feature the iconic Viking Clap — a crowd ritual where fans clap in unison, building to a roar — alongside activities designed for families attending on the day.
The Warriors travel from New Zealand as one of the competition's regular contenders. Both sides will be eager to pick up points early in the season, with a home crowd behind Canberra giving the Raiders a potential edge on the day.
Arrow Birthday Party Could Lift Rabbitohs Against Knights
The South Sydney vs Newcastle match is being marketed around Jai Arrow's 31st birthday. The Stats Zone says a big Rabbitohs win would be the best birthday gift for the popular forward. The emotional occasion could lift the home side, even without Walker directing the attack from halfback.
Campbell Graham is expected to return from a calf injury, giving South Sydney a boost out wide. Newcastle counter with genuine firepower, including State of Origin stars Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best. Trey Mooney could also make a comeback for the Knights, who have won three straight games heading into the clash.
Newcastle's Three-Game Streak Adds Pressure on Rabbitohs
The Knights arrive at Accor Stadium with real momentum. Three straight wins have lifted confidence in the Newcastle camp, and a team featuring Ponga at fullback is always dangerous. The Stats Zone notes that Newcastle's recent good form makes this more than a one-sided contest.
Still, the home ground advantage and the occasion may prove decisive for South Sydney. The match preview from The Stats Zone leans toward backing the Rabbitohs, calling it the smarter play given the emotional setting and Graham's likely return to the backline.
How and Where to Watch Both Matches
The Rabbitohs vs Knights game is available on UK Sky Sports, Australian Channel 9, and US Fox Sports on television. Online streaming options include Sky Go, Watch NRL, and 9Now, according to The Stats Zone. US viewers can also access the game through Fox Sports digital platforms where the match is televised.
The NRLW Raiders vs Warriors clash at GIO Stadium is part of the growing broadcast reach of the women's competition in 2026. Fans unable to attend in Canberra can check Watch NRL for streaming options. Both games offer fans a full weekend of rugby league action across codes and competitions.
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