South Africa vs Australia Rugby Championship 2025: Full Fixture List, Times, and Streaming Info
Rugby fever is building as South Africa prepares to host Australia in two blockbuster showdowns in this year’s Rugby Championship. With fixtures set in Johannesburg and Cape Town, local fans can look forward to an electrifying start to the Springboks’ title defence.
Here’s everything you need to know – from kick-off times and venues to how you can watch the action unfold in the country.
South Africa vs Australia: Two-Test Clash to Kickstart
The 2025 Rugby Championship begins with a fierce showdown between the Springboks and Wallabies, reigniting one of rugby’s longest-running rivalries. These early clashes will be crucial in setting the tone for the rest of the tournament.
South Africa will host both fixtures on home soil:
- Saturday, 16 August 2025
Venue: Ellis Park, Johannesburg
Kick-off: 17:10 SAST - Saturday, 23 August 2025
Venue: DHL Stadium, Cape Town
Kick-off: 17:10 SAST
Both matches are expected to draw capacity crowds, especially with the Springboks looking to build momentum early in their title defence. These venues have historically delivered high-octane encounters. Additionally, 2025 promises to be no different.
South Africa’s Full Rugby Championship Schedule
While the two Australia fixtures take centre stage in August, the Springboks’ campaign will also see them face off against Argentina and New Zealand. Here is South Africa’s complete Rugby Championship 2025 fixture list:
- 16 August: South Africa vs Australia – Ellis Park, Johannesburg
- 23 August: South Africa vs Australia – DHL Stadium, Cape Town
- 6 September: New Zealand vs South Africa – venue TBC
- 13 September: South Africa vs New Zealand – venue TBC
- 27 September: South Africa vs Argentina – venue TBC
- 4 October: Argentina vs South Africa – Twickenham, London
The final match at Twickenham offers the Boks a unique opportunity to play in front of thousands of expats and northern hemisphere fans. But for now, all eyes are on Australia.
SuperSport to Broadcast All Matches Live
In South Africa, fans can catch every moment of the action live on SuperSport Rugby (DStv channel 211). The broadcaster retains exclusive rights to all Rugby Championship matches, including the Springboks’ home and away fixtures.
Coverage is expected to begin at least 30 minutes before kick-off. It will offer pre-match analysis, expert insights, and in-depth commentary. For those on the move, the matches will also be available for live streaming via the DStv Stream app for Premium subscribers.
Big Stakes for the Springboks
South Africa come into the 2025 edition as the defending Rugby Championship champions, having lifted the trophy last year in commanding fashion. Retaining the title won’t be easy. However, starting with back-to-back wins against Australia would go a long way in building confidence.
Matches against the Wallabies have always been physical and tactically intense. With both sides undergoing transitions, expect fireworks from the very first whistle. The Springboks’ coaching team is likely to use these two matches to test combinations. They will also inject fresh talent into the setup.
Fans Urged to Arrive Early
Those attending the matches in Johannesburg and Cape Town are advised to arrive early due to strict security measures. There will be increased fan activations around the stadiums. Ticket demand is high, and the buzz around the national team continues to grow following a strong showing last season.
Whether you’ll be at the stadium or watching from home, these two August fixtures are set to be must-watch events. This will happen as the green and gold prepare to defend their crown.
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