Set the alarm clock for 7:53 pm

 

Leave this tab open — the alarm only rings while the tab stays open.

The alarm goes off in: ::
 
 

7:53 pm across the country

Sydney7:53 pm
Brisbane7:53 pm
Adelaide7:23 pm
Perth5:53 pm
Darwin7:23 pm

Times are worked out live in your browser, so daylight saving is already accounted for.

Online alarm clock for 7:53 pm

You’re watching the clock while the television coverage gets ready, waiting for the match to begin at 7:53 pm. Setting an alarm for that exact time lets you finish what you’re doing without repeatedly checking the minutes. With 8:00 pm close behind, the reminder also separates the scheduled start from the round hour you might otherwise remember.

Your match reminder depends on the browser remaining open and the phone, tablet or computer staying awake until it sounds. If the alarm page is dismissed or the device sleeps first, the alert will not play and you could miss the opening action. Keep the screen awake, leave the page running, and set the volume high enough to hear over pre-match television coverage. A separate phone alarm is sensible if you expect to put the device aside.

Because the match starts late in the evening, check what you need to do after it finishes before settling in. Allow a clear buffer for packing lunch, putting out work clothes or handling another same-day task rather than assuming the broadcast will end on schedule. Using the few minutes before 8:00 pm to organise those small jobs can leave the rest of the night less crowded.

Common questions

Can I change the alarm sound?

Yes, there's a short list of tones to choose from before you press Start. Pick whichever one you're most likely to actually hear — softer sounds are easier to sleep through than a firm chime or bell.

What happens once the alarm goes off?

It rings through your device's speakers on a loop until you stop it from this page. There's no separate app notification, so make sure your volume is turned up before you rely on it.

Is this alarm accurate across daylight saving time?

It uses your device's local clock, so as long as your computer's time and date settings are correct, it'll adjust automatically when daylight saving time starts or ends.

Can I use this on my phone instead of a laptop?

Yes, it works in a mobile browser the same way, but phones are more likely to lock the screen or sleep, which can stop the alarm from ringing. A laptop or desktop tends to be more reliable for this.