Stetson Wright had won five straight All-Around Gold Buckles when he was forced to sit the National Finals Rodeo out through injury a year ago. He returns to Las Vegas atop the All-Around standings, but with close company in the form of Wacey Schalla, the best rookie NFR has seen — since Wright himself.
Here’s how to watch National Finals Rodeo 2025 live streams from anywhere with a VPN.
Wright, famously, became the first rookie to win the All-Around title at the end of his debut season in 2019. Nobody’s done it since, mainly because the man himself has had a near-total stranglehold on the National Finals Rodeo’s marquee title.
Shad Mayfield took top honors in his absence last year, but the manner of the victory should serve as a warning to Wright. Mayfield had to dig himself out of a hole after being leapfrogged by Coleman Proctor on the penultimate night, while he squandered an enormous lead in the tie-down roping to finish second behind Riley Webb.
The bigger the purse — and there’s a record $17.5 million of prize money up for grabs over the 10-night run at the Thomas & Mack Center on the UNLV campus — the quicker things change.
Schalla trails Wright by $32,684.91 in the All-Around, but it’s the 20-year-old who’s leading the way in the Bull Riding, $2,421.45 clear of Wright. With Wright 12th in the Saddle Bronc (which, incidentally, is led by his brother, Ryder Wright) and Schalla 13th in the Bareback Riding, this is the first time since 2001 that the All-Around title battle has come down to two riders participating in two separate disciplines.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch 2025 National Finals Rodeo live streams online and from anywhere. Scroll down for the full schedule and standings.
How to watch National Finals Rodeo 2025 live streams in the U.S.
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In the U.S., National Finals Rodeo 2025 is being shown on The Cowboy Channel and RFD-TV.
As well as being available to watch on a variety of cable packages, each of the channels is also carried by several OTT streaming services. For example, RFD-TV is included in several DirecTV plans, including the $49.99/month Entertainment package.
Alternatively, The Cowboy Channel and RFD-TV are included in the Heartland Extra add-on for Sling TV. You need Sling Select to start with, costing $29.99/month, and Heartland Extra costs $6/month extra.
Alternatively, you could live stream NFR 2025 via RFD-TV Now, which costs $89.99 a year, or Cowboy Channel Plus, which costs $119.99 per year.
If you have a subscription but you’re not at home during the event, use NordVPN to access your usual rodeo coverage from anywhere.
How to watch National Finals Rodeo 2025 from anywhere
Away from home and blocked from watching the 2025 National Finals Rodeo?
You can still watch your usual NFR live streams thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software can make your devices appear as if they’re back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for fans away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It’s the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
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3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your platform of choice and watch NFR 2025 live.
How to watch National Finals Rodeo 2025 live streams in Canada
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In Canada, the 2025 National Finals Rodeo is being shown on The Cowboy Channel.
The network is available on cable plans from the likes of Shaw, Bell and Optik.
If you live in Canada and already subscribe, but aren’t at home right now, you can still watch an NFR live stream via your cable plan by using a quality VPN like NordVPN.
Can I watch National Finals Rodeo in the U.K.?
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National Finals Rodeo doesn’t appear to have picked up a broadcast partner in the U.K..
If you’re currently on holiday in the U.K. from North America, one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN, will help tap into your home coverage of NFR 2025.
Can I watch National Finals Rodeo in Australia?
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National Finals Rodeo hasn’t yet found a streaming home in Australia either.
Anybody currently Down Under from the U.S. or Canada can use one of the best VPN services to access their usual streaming service. We recommend NordVPN thanks to its speed, reliability and trusted security features.
National Finals Rodeo schedule 2025
(All times ET)
Thursday, December 4
8:45 p.m. — 1st Performance | Throwback Night
Friday, December 5
8:45 p.m. — 2nd Performance
Saturday, December 6
8:45 p.m. — 3rd Performance | Golden Night featuring the Golden Circle of Champions
Sunday, December 7
8:45 p.m. — 4th Performance | Memorial Night
Monday, December 8
8:45 p.m. — 5th Performance | Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night
Tuesday, December 9
8:45 p.m. — 6th Performance | Rookie Night
Wednesday, December 10
8:45 p.m. — 7th Performance | Military Night
Thursday, December 11
8:45 p.m. — 8th Performance | Canadian Night
Friday, December 12
8:45 p.m. — 9th Performance | Legacy Night
Saturday, December 13
8:45 p.m. — 10th Performance | Wrangler National Patriot Night
National Finals Rodeo standings 2025
All-Around Standings
- Stetson Wright, $411,670.61
- Wacey Schalla, $378,985.70
- Dylan Hancock, $171,494.24
- Brushton Minton, $157,463.82
- Jake Clay, $142,536.22
- Paden Bray, $112,952.83
- Tanner Green, $101,313.88
- Seth Hall, $100,965.81
- Cole Clemons, $99,800.73
- Slade Wood, $98,650.79
Bareback Riding standings
- Rocker Steiner, $303,547.32
- Sam Petersen, $221,901.45
- Bradlee Miller, $207,474.02
- Jess Pope, $203,629.04
- Cole Franks, $200,362.07
- Kade Sonnier, $171,507.03
- Garrett Shadbolt, $168,261.06
- Dean Thompson, $166,535.63
- Jacek Frost, $143,543.04
- Cooper Cooke, $142,593.79
Steer Wrestling standings
- Will Lummus, $205,115.71
- Tucker Allen, $189,846.99
- Rowdy Parrott, $176,253.50
- Jesse Brown, $172,156.51
- Tyler Waguespack, $167,707.11
- Justin Shaffer, $165,773.24
- Chance Howard, $154,966.05
- J.D. Struxness, $148,672.06
- Stetson Jorgensen, $146,028.71
- Dakota Eldridge, $134,916.06
Team Roping standings
Headers
- Kaleb Driggers, 198,497.72
- Tanner Tomlinson, $183,807
- Derrick Begay, $166,201.94
- Clint Summers, $161,241.61
- Dustin Egusquiza, $160,703.39
- Clay Smith, $158,489.89
- Andrew Ward, $149,054.75
- Tyler Wade, $143,366.47
- Cyle Denison, $142,002.37
- Dawson Graham, $131,934.01
Heelers
- Junior Nunes Nogueira, 198,497.72
- Colter Todd, $163,849.59
- Jade Corkill, $161,566.83
- Levi Lord, $158,321.88
- Travis Graves, $149,918.88
- Coleby Payne, $149,293.26
- Jake Long, $147,308.20
- Wesley Thorp, $143,366.47
- Lane Mitchell, $143,031.89
- Dillon Graham, $131,934.03
Saddle Bronc Riding standings
- Ryder Wright, $293,994.02
- Damian Brennan, $278,153.12
- Dawson Hay, $268,621.07
- Zeke Thurston, $244,268.49
- Kade Bruno, $215,065.42
- Brody Wells, $214,707.37
- Zachary Dallas, $198,403.28
- Sage Newman, $196,495.28
- Statler Wright, $181,871.98
- Brody Cress, $180,091.95
Tie-Down Roping standings
- Riley Webb, $315,132.00
- Shad Mayfield, $266,310.00
- Kincade Henry, $196,718.38
- John Douch, $184,969.71
- Dylan Hancock, $182,104.48
- Riley Pruitt, $175,787.48
- Shane Hanchey, $173,624.80
- Kyle Lucas, $168,277.25
- Marty Yates, $166,610.51
- Haven Meged, $165,687.75
Barrel Racing standings
- Kassie Mowry, $203,445.06
- Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi, $194,716.09
- Emily Beisel, $189,005.25
- Hailey Kinsel, $186,317.49
- Megan McLeod-Sprague, $174,974.85
- Lisa Lockhart, $169,467.02
- Carlee Otero, $168,493.95
- Anita Ellis, $146,991.74
- Halyn Lide, $144,614.31
- Tayla Moeykens, $142,560.90
Bull Riding standings
- Wacey Schalla, $352,596.11
- Stetson Wright, $350,174.66
- Ky Hamilton, $317,617.90
- Tristen Hutchings, $292,882.19
- T.J. Gray, $184,148.29
- Hudson Bolton, $179,477.96
- Hayes Weight, $170,987.77
- JR Stratford, $165,490.31
- Qynn Andersen, $161,986.91
- Jordan Spears, $160,712.64
National Finals Rodeo events 2025
- Bareback Riding
- Steer Wrestling
- Team Roping
- Saddle Bronc Riding
- Tie-Down Roping
- Barrel Racing
- Bull Riding
- All-Around
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