Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, an alternating quadrennial tour between South Africa (SA) and New Zealand (NZ), has been confirmed, marking a defining new chapter for the intense rivalry between the sport’s most successful and storied nations.
In the tour’s maiden year, SA will host NZ in August and September 2026. The All Blacks kick off the tour against the Stormers in Cape Town on August 07 and take on the Sharks, Bulls and Lions, to complement a four Test series against the Springboks.
Ellis Park (Johannesburg), DHL Stadium (Cape Town), and FNB Stadium (Johannesburg) are confirmed as South African Test venues, preceding a landmark fourth Test hosted at a neutral international venue. Details of the fourth Test will be confirmed in the coming months.
By reigniting rugby’s traditional roots, the tour will renew the legacy of a rivalry known for its fierce competition and societal significance across the last century.
–ChannelAfrica–
