Rafael Nadal is through to the semi-finals of a Grand Slam for the 36th time but can he beat Italy’s Matteo Berrettini and aim for what would only be the Spaniard’s second Australian Open title? Berrettini vs Nada is expected on Rod Laver Arena at 3.30am GMT / 10.30pm ET. Here’s how to watch a Berrettini vs Nadal live stream wherever you are – including ways to see the match absolutely FREE.
Dates: Friday, January 28 (27 in US)
Time (estimated): 2.30pm AEDT / 3.30am GMT / 10.30pm ET / 7.30pm PT
Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia
FREE live stream: 9Now (AU)
Global live streams: ESPN via Sling TV or FREE FuboTV trial / ESPN Plus (US) | TSN (CA) | Discovery+ (UK) | Sky Sport (NZ)
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Standing in the way of the Spanish legend’s push for an unprecedented 21st Slam title is Italian world number seven Matteo Berrettini, who looks a formidable opponent following his impressive five-set victory over the much-fancied Gael Monfils in the quarter-finals.
Berrettini has only faced his opponent on one previous occasion, with that match ending in a straight-sets result win for Nadal at the same stage of the US Open back in 2019.
With the majority of the crowd likely to be backing his veteran opponent, a tough night looks in store for Berrettini, but should the match last beyond three sets, it could play into the hands of the younger Italian.
Watch all the drama unfold by following a Berrettini vs Nadal live stream at the Australian Open 2022.
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How to watch Berrettini vs Nadal: live stream Australian Open 2022 for FREE Down Under
The estimated start time for Berrettini vs Nadal is 2.30pm AEDT.
Aussie tennis fans can tune in without paying a penny thanks to Channel 9 and 9Gem, which are FREE to watch.
That means you can also fire up a Berrettini vs Nadal live stream on the 9Now streaming service, which is completely free to use too, and compatible with most smart devices.
If you’re currently out of Australia but want a slice of that free coverage, you’ll need to get yourself a VPN as per the instructions above.
How to live stream Berrettini vs Nadal from outside your country
For broadcast and streaming details in more tennis-mad countries like the UK, US, Canada and New Zealand, just scroll down the page – everything you need to know is there, including estimated start times and broadcast details.
But if you try to watch your domestic coverage from anywhere outside your home country, you’ll soon find a problem – geo-blocking. That’s where the broadcaster prevents you from watching your usual feed from abroad. It’s a common problem for sports fans all over the world.
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US: Berrettini vs Nadal live stream
Tennis fans based in the US have a late night ahead, as the estimated start time for Berrettini vs Nadal is 10.30pm ET / 7.30pm PT on Thursday night.
ESPN Plus is the best place to watch Berrettini vs Nadal in the US.
ESPN+ only costs $6.99 per month and allows you to watch online as well as via its suite of apps for mobile, tablet, laptop and most other smart devices. It’s $69.99 for 12 months if you’re happy to commit for the year.
Your other option is to get ESPN+ as part of the Disney Bundle which includes Disney+ and Hulu too. The Disney bundle is only $13.99 per month.
More ways to live stream Australian Open 2022
The Australian Open is also being televised by ESPN, ESPN 2 and ESPN3, but the coverage is less comprehensive and it’s hard to tell which matches will be featured ahead of time.
You can use cable-cutting services Sling TV or FuboTV to access the ESPN TV channels. Both offer free trials.
CAN: Berrettini vs Nadal live stream
Those timings also apply in Canada, where tennis fans may have a late night in store. Berrettini vs Nadal is expected to start at around 10.30pm ET / 7.30pm PT on Thursday night.
In Canada, you can watch Berrettini vs Nadal on TSN for English-language coverage, and RDS for French-language coverage.
If you get them as part of your cable deal, then you’ll just be able to log in with the details of your provider and get access to an Australian Open live stream.
If you don’t have cable, then you can subscribe to TSN or RDS on a streaming-only basis from CA$7.99 a day or (much better value) $19.99 a month.
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UK: Berrettini vs Nadal live stream
For tennis fans in the UK, the estimated start time for Berrettini vs Nadal is 3.30am GMT on Friday morning.
Berrettini vs Nadal is being shown on streaming service Discovery+, which you can subscribe to for £6.99 per month or £59.99 per year. Better still, there’s a 7-day FREE trial for new users.
The platform is brimming with live sports, including big events like the Winter Olympics, snooker and Formula E, and lots of niche and extreme stuff too, such as snowboarding, swimming, and canoeing.
If you’re out of the UK but still want to tune in, make sure you install a VPN so you can continue accessing UK streaming services from anywhere.
NZ: Berrettini vs Nadal live stream
Live Aussie Open coverage in New Zealand comes courtesy of Sky Sport, which is available as part of a range of pay TV packages.
The estimated start time for Berrettini vs Nadal is 4.30pm NZDT on Friday afternoon.
Sky Sport subscribers can watch online using the country’s Sky Go service, while cord-cutters and anyone else can try the Sky Sport Now streaming-only platform – where a weekly pass costs $19.99, and a monthly pass costs $39.99 after a 7-day free trial.
Anyone in New Zealand from abroad or vice-versa can use the VPN route outlined earlier to access their preferred coverage just like they would at home.
