The Leicester vs Leinster live streams in Round 2 of the European Champions Cup 2025/26 is a monster clash at Welford Road between two continental giants with six titles between them, and repeat of the 2009 final won by the visitors. The Tigers will have a number of big hitters returning, while the visiting Irish side – four-time European champions – seek to continue last week’s fine win.
You can watch Leicester vs Leinster live streams in Round 2 of the European Champions Cup 2025/26 from anywhere with a VPN.
Leicester vs Leinster live streams and dates
▶︎ Date: Friday, December 12
▶︎ Start time: 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. GMT / 7 a.m. AEDT (Sat.)
• U.S. — FloRugby
• U.K. — Premier Sports
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Leicester began their European campaign with a 39-20 loss to La Rochelle, who ran in six tries, but the much-changed Tigers still had reasons for optimism in defeat. George Pearson, who scored a fine try later on, received a sin bin and it was down to 14 men that the French side’s pack turned the screw. England trio Freddie Steward, Joe Heyes and Jamie Blamire all return this week for the two-time European champions, while Wales’ Tommy Reffell and Nicky Smith are also back to strengthen head coach Geoff Parling’s options.
Leinster, meanwhile, overcame a spirited Harlequins 45-28 in Round 1 to start on the front foot. Jordan Larmour’s brace, plus tries from Garry Ringrose and Ciaran Frawley went a long way to securing the victory. Rieko Ioane made his Leinster debut off the bench against Quins but the All Black center will make his first start on Friday night alongside Robbie Henshaw, with James Lowe returning to the backline, while Caelan Doris will again captain the four-time champions – runners-up in three of the last four seasons – from the back row. RG Snyman misses out, though, in the pack and is replaced by James Ryan as head coach Leo Cullen tries to get one over the side he used to serve as a player.
Read on as we explain how to watch Leicester vs Leinster in the 2025/26 Champions Cup from anywhere in the world.
Leicester vs Leinster teams
Leicester Tigers XV: 15 Freddie Steward, 14 Adam Radwan, 13 Will Wand, 12 Solomone Kata, 11 Ollie Hassell-Collins, 10 Billy Searle, 9 Tom Whiteley, 8 Joaquin Moro, 7 Tommy Reffell (captain), 6 James Thompson, 5 Harry Wells, 4 Cameron Henderson, 3 Joe Heyes, 2 Jamie Blamire, 1 Nicky Smith.
Replacements: 16 Finn Theobald Thomas, 17 Archie van der Flier, 18 Will Hurd, 19 Tom Manz, 20 Sam Williams, 21 Ollie Allan, 22 Orlando Bailey, 23 Joseph Woodward.
Leinster XV: 15 Jimmy O’Brien, 14 Tommy O’Brien, 13 Rieko Ioane, 12 Robbie Henshaw, 11 James Lowe, 10 Harry Byrne, 9 Jamison Gibson-Park, 8 Caelan Doris (captain), 7 Josh van der Flier, 6 Jack Conan, 5 James Ryan, 4 Joe McCarthy, 3 Tadhg Furlong, 2 Rónan Kelleher, 1 Paddy McCarthy.
Replacements: 16 Dan Sheehan, 17 Jack Boyle, 18 Thomas Clarkson, 19 Diarmuid Mangan, 20 Max Deegan, 21 Luke McGrath, 22 Sam Prendergast, 23 Ciarán Frawley.
How to watch Leicester vs Leinster from anywhere
Unable to watch the Leicester vs Leinster 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 Leicester vs Leinster.
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 regular FloRugby stream choose ‘U.S.’ from the listed countries.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to FloRugby and enjoy their coverage.
How to watch Leicester vs Leinster live streams in the U.S.
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The Leicester vs Leinster live stream will be shown on FloRugby in the U.S..
Normally, you will need a subscription, and this is now the case after Round 1 was shown for free on their YouTube channel. 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 Leicester vs Leinster by using a good VPN.
How to watch Leicester vs Leinster live streams in Canada
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Those in Canada can also stream Leicester vs Leinster 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 Leicester vs Leinster live streams in the U.K.
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Premier Sports will be broadcasting the 2025/26 Champions Cup in the U.K., including Leicester vs Leinster.
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 Leicester vs Leinster live streams in Australia & New Zealand
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The Champions Cup, including Leicester vs Leinster, 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 Leicester vs Leinster live streams in South Africa
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SuperSport will broadcast Champions Cup action in South Africa, including Leicester vs Leinster in Round 2.
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 2 Fixtures
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Fixture
Date
Eastern Time
Greenwich Mean Time
Leicester Tigers vs Leinster
Friday, December 12
3 p.m.
8 p.m.
Stormers vs. La Rochelle
Saturday, December 13
8 a.m.
1 p.m.
Clermont vs. Sale
Saturday, December 13
10:15 a.m.
3:15 p.m.
Hollywoodbets Sharks vs. Saracens
Saturday, December 13
10:15 a.m.
3:15 p.m.
Bordeaux vs. Scarlets
Saturday, December 13
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Munster vs. Gloucester
Saturday, December 13
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Glasgow Warriors vs. Toulouse
Saturday, December 13
3 p.m.
8 p.m.
Harlequins vs. Bayonne
Sunday, December 14
8 a.m.
1 p.m.
Castres vs. Edinburgh
Sunday, December 14
8 a.m.
1 p.m.
Northampton vs. Bulls
Sunday, December 14
10:15 a.m.
3:15 p.m.
Toulon vs. Bath
Sunday, December 14
10:15 a.m.
3:15 p.m.
Bristol Bears vs. Pau
Sunday, December 14
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
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