Finals Fever, Rivalries and Comebacks Headline Huge Week of Sport on Kayo Sports and Foxtel
The sporting calendar ramps up this week with blockbuster clashes across the AFL, NRL, NBA, MotoGP, cricket and netball, as Kayo Sports and Foxtel deliver a packed schedule featuring finals pressure, fierce rivalries and major comeback stories.
From the race to the IPL Final and the NBA Western Conference Finals, through to critical mid-season battles in the AFL and NRL, the next seven days shape as one of the busiest weekends on the sporting calendar.
AFL – Blue Ribbon Cup, Historic Form and Friday Night Fireworks
Round 12 of the AFL season arrives with significant storylines across the competition, beginning with the annual Blue Ribbon Cup clash between St Kilda Saints and Hawthorn Hawks on Thursday May 28 from 6:30pm AEST on Fox Footy, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
The match marks the 27th annual Blue Ribbon Cup, which honours Victorian police officers. The occasion is expected to attract a major crowd at Marvel Stadium, with public transport across Victoria currently free for commuters through the end of May.
Friday night shifts to the MCG where Carlton Blues host Geelong Cats from 6:30pm AEST, live with no ad-breaks during play on Fox Footy, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Despite sitting well below Geelong on the ladder, Carlton enters the clash with confidence after winning three of the past four meetings between the clubs, including an 18-point victory in 2025.
Saturday’s action begins with Sydney Swans v Richmond Tigers from 12:30pm AEST on Fox Footy, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel. The match is exclusively live nationally outside NSW, while NSW viewers can watch live with no ad-breaks during play.
At 4:00pm AEST, Brisbane Lions face Fremantle Dockers, with national coverage on Fox Footy and region-specific access in Queensland and Western Australia.
The Saturday night headline act sees Western Bulldogs take on Collingwood Magpies from 7:00pm AEST, exclusively live nationally on Fox Footy, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Sunday’s AFL coverage includes Melbourne Demons v GWS GIANTS from 2:30pm AEST, followed by West Coast Eagles v Essendon Bombers from 7:00pm AEST, both live with no ad-breaks during play on Fox Footy.
The GIANTS head into their meeting with Melbourne after producing one of the season’s biggest performances, piling on 166 points against Brisbane in a dominant display that included a massive third quarter. They now travel to Alice Springs, where conditions are expected to test both sides.
VFL – Swans and Tigers Open Saturday Action
The VFL season also continues this weekend with Sydney Swans v Richmond from 10:00am AEST on Saturday May 30.
The match will be broadcast live on Fox Footy, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
NRL – Injury Drama and Key Returns Shape Round 13
Round 13 of the NRL season arrives with major team changes and Origin disruption across the competition.
Friday night begins with Cronulla Sharks v Manly Sea Eagles from 7:00pm AEST on Fox League, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Cronulla will be without star halfback Nicho Hynes, who has been sidelined with a calf injury. Rising talent Niwhai Puru is expected to make his NRL debut in Hynes’ absence.
Saturday’s “Super Saturday” coverage opens with Newcastle Knights v Parramatta Eels from 2:30pm AEST, exclusively live with no ad-breaks during play on Fox League.
Parramatta faces uncertainty around Mitch Moses, who strained a hamstring during NSW Blues training.
At 4:55pm AEST, Wests Tigers face Canterbury Bulldogs, followed by Melbourne Storm v Sydney Roosters from 7:25pm AEST, with both matches exclusively live with no ad-breaks during play on Fox League.
The Tigers receive a major boost with co-captain Api Koroisau returning after serving a three-game suspension.
Sunday’s coverage starts with Brisbane Broncos v St George Illawarra Dragons from 1:00pm AEST, exclusively live on Fox League.
The Broncos welcome back powerhouse forward Payne Haas ahead of the clash.
Later Sunday, Canberra Raiders v North Queensland Cowboys airs from 3:55pm AEST, before Penrith Panthers v New Zealand Warriors from 6:00pm AEST, exclusively live with no ad-breaks during play on Fox League, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
NBA – Thunder Close In On Finals Spot
The NBA Western Conference Finals continue this weekend on ESPN, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
The Oklahoma City Thunder currently lead the San Antonio Spurs 3–2 in the series after a breakout performance from Jared McCain, who exploded for 20 points in Game 5 following his mid-season move from Philadelphia.
Game 6 airs on Friday May 29 from 9:30am AEST, with a potential deciding game scheduled for Sunday May 31 from 9:00am AEST.
The Spurs now face elimination pressure as the Thunder attempt to close out the series.
Cricket – Australia Begins ODI Series As IPL Reaches Finale
Australia’s ODI campaign against Pakistan begins on Saturday May 30, with Game 1 airing exclusively live on Fox Cricket from 9:20pm AEST.
The series continues with Game 2 on Tuesday June 2, also from 9:20pm AEST.
Meanwhile, the Indian Premier League reaches its climax this weekend on Fox Cricket, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
The Qualifier airs on Friday May 29 from 11:50pm AEST, before the IPL Final takes place on Sunday May 31 from 11:50pm AEST.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have already secured their place in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium and will face the winner of the qualifier between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals.
The pressure is firmly on RCB as the club chases its first IPL title after years of near misses.
MotoGP – Mugello Looms Large In Championship Battle
The MotoGP championship heads to Italy this weekend with every session live on Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi arrives at Mugello holding a 15-point advantage for Aprilia, while reigning champion Marc Marquez returns to the Ducati Lenovo garage after undergoing two successful surgeries.
Practice begins on Friday May 29 with Practice 1 from 4:55pm AEST and Practice 2 from 9:10pm AEST.
Saturday includes Practice 3 from 4:35pm AEST, Qualifying from 6:45pm AEST, and the Sprint from 10:30pm AEST.
Race day coverage begins with the Warm-up from 5:35pm AEST before the Italian Grand Prix Race from 9:15pm AEST.
Golf – USPGA Action Continues
The Charles Schwab Challenge headlines this week’s golf coverage, live and exclusive on Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Round 1 begins on Thursday May 28 from 10:00pm AEST, followed by Round 2 on Friday at the same time.
Round 3 airs on Saturday May 30 from 10:30pm AEST, before the final round concludes on Sunday May 31 from 10:00pm AEST.
Boxing – Darren Till Makes Bare-Knuckle Debut
Combat sports fans can watch BKFC 90: Birmingham on Sunday May 31 from 4:00am AEST as a pay-per-view event on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
The event marks the bare-knuckle boxing debut of English MMA figure Darren Till, who faces an experienced opponent previously linked to fights involving Floyd Mayweather Jr.
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Suncorp Super Netball – Finals Race Intensifies
The race for finals positions continues in Suncorp Super Netball, with every match live in 4K on Fox Netball, available on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.
Saturday’s coverage begins with Sunshine Coast Lightning v Giants Netball from 4:30pm AEST.
When the teams met earlier this season, the Lightning secured a 57–51 win, led by standout shooter Donnell Wallam.
At 6:45pm AEST, West Coast Fever host Melbourne Mavericks after previously defeating the Mavericks 59–47 earlier in the year following a dominant opening quarter.
Sunday’s matches are also available on Kayo Freebies, beginning with NSW Swifts v Queensland Firebirds from 1:30pm AEST.
The Firebirds stunned the Swifts earlier this season with an 11-goal victory despite missing key players, while Jessie Laga’aia impressed in her debut with 17 goal assists and 27 feeds.
The weekend concludes with Adelaide Thunderbirds v Melbourne Vixens from 3:45pm AEST.
The Vixens entered 2026 as reigning premiers and were undefeated through the first six rounds of the season. The fixture also carries significance for Kiera Austin, who played her 100th Super Netball game against the Thunderbirds earlier this year.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the IPL last year. If they win in Sunday, it will be the second title.