Big news for sports fans Down Under! ESPN is launching on Disney+ in Australia and New Zealand on March 26, bringing a massive library of live sports and studio shows to subscribers.
Here’s the Lowdown: All Disney+ subscribers (both Premium and Standard) will gain access to over 10,000 hours of ESPN content, starting March 26. This includes major events like the NBA Playoffs (starting in April), NCAA March Madness, MLB Opening Day, NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, and UFC Fight Night. Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios is fronting a new campaign for the launch.
What This Means Now: This significantly expands the value of a Disney+ subscription, adding a huge range of live sports to the existing entertainment options. Australia and New Zealand are the first English-speaking markets outside North America to get ESPN on Disney+.
The Bigger Picture: The launch arrives just before a price increase for Disney+ on March 28th. The Standard plan will be $15.99 per month, with annual options at $159.99 (Standard) and $209.99 (Premium). ESPN remains available through other providers like Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV, and Sky NZ. This move shows Disney’s ambition to make Disney+ a one-stop-shop for both entertainment and live sport.
