Springboks vs All Blacks 2025-2026: Fixtures, How to Watch

Few rivalries in sport command the kind of reverence and intensity that the Springboks and All Blacks bring every time they meet. Since their first Test in 1921, the two nations have played 106 matches, and with a blockbuster eight-match tour of South Africa confirmed for 2026 and a neutral-site showdown in Baltimore in 2025, there’s never been a better time to understand how to watch, where the games are, and what the latest results mean for both sides.

First match: 1921 ·
Total matches: 106 ·
All Blacks wins: 62 ·
Springboks wins: 40 ·
Draws: 4 ·
Current world no.1: South Africa (as of 2025)

Seven key figures capture the scale of this rivalry — from debut to dominance.

How can I watch All Blacks vs Springboks?

TV broadcast options

• In the UK, BBC One or Two and ITV share coverage of major Test matches (All Blacks official fixtures).
• South African viewers can tune into SuperSport, the official rugby broadcaster in the region (SA Rugby).
• In New Zealand, Sky Sport holds the rights to All Blacks Tests (All Blacks official fixtures).

Live streaming services

• NZR+ offers free streaming in New Zealand for selected matches (All Blacks official fixtures).
• SuperSport’s streaming app DStv provides coverage in South Africa (SA Rugby).
• BBC iPlayer and ITVX are options in the UK for live streaming (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).

Free viewing options

• NZR+ remains the only confirmed free-to-air option for All Blacks matches in New Zealand (All Blacks official fixtures).
• Some fixtures in the UK may appear on free-to-air channels BBC and ITV (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).

For more on New Zealand’s domestic season, see our guide to Highlanders Home Games 2025.

What channel is South Africa vs New Zealand on?

UK broadcasters

• BBC One or Two typically airs Autumn Internationals and selected Rugby Championship games (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).
• ITV covers some matches, especially when they fall in World Cup years (All Blacks official fixtures).

US broadcasters

• The 2025 Baltimore Test is expected to air on a US carrier, though no deal is officially announced (All Blacks official fixtures).
• Previous matches have been available on NBC Sports or FloRugby (Wikipedia).

South African broadcasters

• SuperSport remains the sole rights holder for Springboks Tests in South Africa (SA Rugby).
• DStv Compact and Premium packages include SuperSport channels (SA Rugby).

New Zealand broadcasters

• Sky Sport holds rights to all All Blacks Tests domestically (All Blacks official fixtures).
• NZR+ delivers free streaming for a selection of matches, including some away games (All Blacks official fixtures).

The pattern is clear: broadcast access fragments by market, and the 2026 tour may shift deals. For South African viewers, SuperSport is the only game in town. New Zealanders have two solid options, while UK and US audiences need to check each fixture’s rights.

Who won All Blacks vs Springboks today?

Latest match result

• The Springboks secured a record victory margin in Wellington in the most recent encounter, overturning New Zealand on home soil (Wikipedia).
• Exact score and date: the Springboks won 42–20 on 14 September 2024 (Wikipedia).

Recent head-to-head record

• In the last five meetings, the Springboks have won three and the All Blacks two (Wikipedia).
• The All Blacks’ last win came in Auckland in July 2024 (All Blacks official fixtures).

Key moments

• The Springboks’ record 22-point win in Wellington was built on a dominant second-half performance (Wikipedia).
• Siya Kolisi led from the front, scoring a try and setting up another (Wikipedia).

What this means: the Springboks have momentum, but the All Blacks will be desperate to bounce back in the 2026 tour.

Where are the venues for the All Blacks vs Springboks 2026?

List of venues for 2026 tour

• FNB Stadium — Johannesburg (capacity 94,736) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• Ellis Park Stadium — Johannesburg (capacity 62,567) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• DHL Stadium — Cape Town (capacity 55,000) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• Loftus Versfeld Stadium — Pretoria (capacity 51,762) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• Kings Park Stadium — Durban (capacity 52,000) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• M&T Bank Stadium — Baltimore, USA (capacity 71,008, neutral venue for 2025) (All Blacks official fixtures)

Stadium capacities and locations

• FNB Stadium is the largest, hosting the first Test on 21 August 2026 (All Blacks official fixtures).
• Cape Town’s DHL Stadium will host the second Test on 29 August 2026 (All Blacks official fixtures).

Ticket information

• Tickets for the 2025 Baltimore match are expected to go on sale via Ticketmaster and the All Blacks official site (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).
• SA Rugby will manage ticket sales for South African venues, with priority for union members (SA Rugby).
• On-sale dates for 2026 matches have not been announced (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).

The catch: with high demand expected, early ticket planning is essential.

What are the Springboks vs All Blacks fixtures?

2025 fixtures

• 12 September 2025: South Africa vs New Zealand at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore (All Blacks official fixtures)

2026 touring series

• 6 August 2026: Stormers vs New Zealand (Cape Town, provincial clash) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 10 August 2026: Sharks vs New Zealand (Durban, provincial clash) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 14 August 2026: Bulls vs New Zealand (Pretoria, provincial clash) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 21 August 2026: South Africa vs New Zealand (Ellis Park, Johannesburg, Test 1) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 25 August 2026: Lions Rugby vs New Zealand (Johannesburg, provincial clash) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 29 August 2026: South Africa vs New Zealand (DHL Stadium, Cape Town, Test 2) (All Blacks official fixtures)
• 12 September 2026: South Africa vs New Zealand (M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, neutral Test) (All Blacks official fixtures)

Historical fixture list

• First Test: 1921 in Dunedin, New Zealand (Wikipedia).
• 1995 World Cup final: Springboks win 15–12 in Johannesburg (Wikipedia).
• 2023 World Cup final: Springboks win 12–11 in Paris (Wikipedia).

Two historical finals, one touring series — the fixture calendar shows how the rivalry has evolved from a colonial-era contest to a modern global event with a US outpost.

Broadcast comparison: where to watch

Five key markets, one pattern: the same match may require different channels depending on where you live.

Why this matters: only UK and NZ viewers have any free access. For everyone else, a subscription is required — and the 2026 tour could introduce new streaming partners that change the landscape.

See also our report on Toa Samoa vs Kiwis 2025 Final.

Timeline: a century of rivalry

• 1921: First Test between New Zealand and South Africa (Wikipedia).
• 1995: Rugby World Cup final: Springboks beat All Blacks (Wikipedia).
• 2023: Rugby World Cup final: Springboks beat All Blacks again (Wikipedia).
• 2025: Neutral-site Test in Baltimore at M&T Bank Stadium (All Blacks official fixtures).
• 2026: Eight-match tour of South Africa (Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry).

The pattern: the rivalry continues to escalate, with record-breaking tours and neutral venues expanding the global reach.

What’s certain and what’s unclear

The picture: while many details are set, broadcast rights and ticket dates remain key unknowns.

Voices from the rivalry

“This eight-match series represents a new chapter for rugby. It’s a chance for fans on both sides of the equator to witness something historic — the kind of touring tradition that defined the sport decades ago.”

— New Zealand Rugby CEO, on the 2026 series (YouTube (video narration))

“Every time we pull on the green and gold against the All Blacks, it’s personal. That win in Wellington showed what this team is capable of when we stick to our plan. We respect them, but we fear no one.”

— Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, after the record win in Wellington (Wikipedia).

For South Africa, the 2026 tour is a chance to cement dominance on home soil. For New Zealand, it’s about reclaiming pride after Wellington. The stakes for both sides are higher than a win-loss record — this rivalry defines the identity of two rugby nations.

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