The Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams guarantee that Round 1 of the European Champions Cup will begin with a bang. The French reigning champions begin their title defense with a trip at altitude to the infamous Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria – AKA the Bull Ring – and the South African side with a monster pack.
You can watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in Round 1 of the European Champions Cup 2025/26 from anywhere with a VPN.
The Bulls’ boast some marauding power up front. Their captain, Springbok regular, Ruan Nortje is a huge disruptive force at the line out, while hooker Johan Grobbelaar has also forced his way into the national team during the Autumn Internationals 2025. Last year’s United Rugby Championship runners-up are midtable domestically this season, but also have plenty of attacking talent in the backs with fly-half Handré Pollard, full-back Willie Le Roux and winger Kurt-Lee Arendse capable of unlocking any opposition defense.
It’s in the backline where Bordeaux are at their brilliant best. Louis Bielle-Biarrey and Damian Penaud, the tournament’s top try scorer last season, are among the most devastating wingers in world rugby, while mercurial fly-half Matthieu Jalibert has the skills to set up any set-piece move. Up front, back-rowers Tiaan Jacobs and Jean-Luc du Preez return to the country of their birth “We have the motivation of being title-holders and wanting to keep that status,” said Jacobs in the buildup.
Read on as we explain how to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux in the 2025/26 Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux for free
U.S. rugby fans are in luck as Round 1 of the Champions Cup, including Bulls vs Bordeaux, will be broadcast for free on FloRugby’s YouTube channel.
France TV will also be showing Bulls vs Bordeaux in Round 1.
Outside either the U.S. or France right now? Use Norton VPN to access your free streams from anywhere — more on that below.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux from anywhere
Unable to watch the Bulls vs Bordeaux in the Champions Cup 2025/26 on your usual streaming platforms due to geo-blockers?
No need to worry, you can still watch your usual rugby live streams thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software makes your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for rugby fans away on vacation looking to stream the Champions Cup. Among our favorites is Norton VPN. It’s the best on the market:
It’s really easy to use a VPN to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we’ve said, Norton VPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you want to watch your France TV stream choose ‘France’ from the listed countries.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to France TV and enjoy their coverage free of charge.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in the U.S.
As alluded to, FloRugby’s YouTube will broadcast every single game for free from Round 1, including Bulls vs Bordeaux.
Normally, you will need a FloRugby subscription to watch the action. Prices start at $29.99/month, but sign-up for an annual subscription and you will essentially get seven months for free.
Traveling outside the U.S. at all during the tournament? You can live stream Bulls vs Bordeaux by using a good VPN.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in Canada
Those in Canada can also stream Bulls vs Bordeaux via FloRugby.
Prices remain the same which means when converting to Canadian dollars it comes in at CA$41.90/month.
Outside of Canada? You can watch any Champions Cup stream using Norton VPN.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in the U.K.
Premier Sports will be broadcasting the 2025-26 Champions Cup in the U.K., including Bulls vs Bordeaux.
It is £16.99/month for a flexible monthly subscription with an annual plan costing £120.
Outside the country to watch your Champions Cup team? Stream from anywhere in the world using a VPN.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in Australia & New Zealand
The Champions Cup, including Bulls vs Bordeaux, is broadcast on dedicated streaming service EPCR TV in Australia.
Every match will be available on the platform and a season pass is available for €49.99 (AU$88.29/NZ$101.16).
Outside either Australia or New Zealand during the tournament? You can use a VPN such as Norton VPN to watch the full tournament from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Bulls vs Bordeaux live streams in South Africa
SuperSport will broadcast Champions Cup action in South Africa, including Bulls vs Bordeaux in Round 1.
You’ll need a DStv access package to watch the rugby tournament on SuperSport, with prices starting at R99 ($5.66) per month.
Can’t access DStv from abroad? Just use a VPN to tell your device that you’re back home.
Other Champions Cup 2025/26 Round 1 Fixtures
|
Fixture |
Date |
Eastern Time |
Greenwich Mean Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
La Rochelle vs. Leicester Tigers |
Saturday, December 6 |
12:30 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. |
|
Leinster Rugby vs. Harlequins |
Saturday, December 6 |
12:30 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. |
|
Scarlets vs. Bristol Bears |
Saturday, December 6 |
3 p.m. |
8 p.m. |
|
Bath Rugby vs. Munster Rugby |
Saturday, December 6 |
3 p.m. |
8 p.m. |
|
Pau vs. Northampton Saints |
Sunday, December 7 |
8 a.m. |
1 p.m. |
|
Toulouse vs. Hollywoodbets Sharks |
Sunday, December 7 |
10:15 a.m. |
3:15 p.m. |
|
Gloucester Rugby vs. Castres Olympique |
Sunday, December 7 |
10:15 a.m. |
3:15 p.m. |
|
Edinburgh Rugby vs. Toulon |
Sunday, December 7 |
12:30 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. |
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