How to watch today's Sharks vs Dolphins NRL game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Round 15 of the 2024 NRL season gets underway on Thursday, as Cronulla Sharks (10-3) and Redcliffe Dolphins (7-5) square off at the PointsBet Stadium in a highly-anticipated top-four encounter. Both teams want to claim a statement victory over a fellow premiership contender, with just four points separating them in the standings.

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After two damaging defeats to the Panthers and Eels, the Sharks lost the top spot to the Melbourne Storm but stayed within touching distance as they got themselves back on track last time out, prevailing by 10 points away from home against the Brisbane Broncos despite trailing by eight points at half time.

Meanwhile, the Dolphins were left devastated after losing at home to the Canberra Raiders via the golden point ruling. They are still in the top four, though, and if they win on Thursday, they may close the gap on Cronulla by two points.

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch Cronulla Sharks and Redcliffe Dolphins in the NRL, plus plenty more.

Sharks vs Dolphins date and start time

How to watch Sharks vs Dolphins on TV & stream live online

There are several options to watch the Cronulla Sharks vs Redcliffe Dolphins NRL game in Australia, including Nine Network, Nine Now, Foxtel, and Kayo Sports.

The best way to livestream every game of every round live or on demand on your TV or favourite device is through Kayo with a seven-day free trial. It also does not have a lock-in contract or equipment fees, which means you can cancel anytime if you are no longer using it.

All you need to decide is whether you want to pick Kayo One at $25 per month (1 stream and up to HD), or Kayo Basic at $35 per month (2 streams and up to 4K).

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What channel is the Sharks vs Dolphins game on?

The game will be broadcast live on Nine Network (Channel 9) on free-to-air TV but will be available to watch via Foxtel on pay TV.

Streaming the game with a VPN

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• How to set up and use a VPN service to stream the match

You can watch the game from wherever you are in the world by using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service such as NordVPN/ ExpressVPN. A VPN will allow you to create a secure connection online when you are abroad on holiday or for work and you want to stream the game live.

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Here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to use a VPN to watch a game when you are overseas:

1. Install VPN of your choice - see our reviews here for the best options.
2. Select the location you wish to connect to. This is easy - if you are visiting the UK and you wish to continue watching one of your U.S. streaming services, you would select the US.
3. Grab the popcorn and get ready to watch!

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Sharks vs Dolphins team news

Cronulla Sharks

Blues halfback Nicho Hynes comes back into the side as expected with Daniel Atkinson making way and Braydon Trindall switching to No. 6.

Forward Braden Hamlin-Uele returns on the bench with Tuku Hau Tapuha missing out.

Here's the Sharks' full team list for Round 15:

Redcliffe Dolphins

Trai Fuller returns to the reserves, while Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow comes back in. Kodi Nikorima replaces Anthony Milford in the lineup. Jesse Bromwich is out with a rib injury, and his brother Kenny takes his place in the starting lineup. Felise Kaufusi is back and will start at prop.

Below is the Dolphins' full team list for Round 15:

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Head-to-Head Record

The Dolphins have won the only previous head-to-head result against the Sharks.