2026 Rugby Fixture - Timetable

2026 Rugby Fixture - Timetable

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Springbok Rugby Fixtures 2026: The Braai-Ready Schedule

 

Springbok 2026 fixtures at a glance:

  • 12 international matches between 20 June and 21 November 2026

  • First match: South Africa vs Barbarians, 20 June, Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

  • 4 New Zealand clashes (including a USA test in Baltimore on 12 September)

  • End-of-year tour: France (Paris) and Ireland (Dublin) in November

  • Necessary pre-match kit: Donkey Long Tong 80cm, Donkey Tong 69cm, Fire Apron


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International Rugby Season is almost back in South Africa, and that means one thing… It’s time to pull out your Donkey Long Tong 80cm, throw on your favourite rugby jersey, and light a fire because the best way to support the boys in green and gold is with a boerie on the braai the 2026 Springbok rugby fixtures on the screen.

And let’s not forget: based on "extremely serious and very scientific research" (conducted by exactly one of our founders), the more South Africans braai, the more tries the Springboks score. Coincidence? Definitely not. More braais = more tries. It’s practically a national strategy.

To save you scrolling through six different sites: below is the full 2026 Springbok rugby fixtures schedule. Every match, every kickoff time in SAST, every venue. Whether you're searching for Springbok fixtures 2026, Bokke fixtures, RSA rugby fixtures, rugby fixtures today, or wondering what rugby games are on this weekend, this timetable has you covered.

2026 Springboks Fixtures

Date Match Kickoff (SAST) Venue
20 JUN  South Africa vs Barbarians 15:00

Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Gqeberha

04 JUL South Africa vs. England 17:40 Ellis Park, Johannesburg
11 JUL South Africa vs. Scotland 17:40 Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
18 JUL South Africa vs. Wales 17:40 Kings Park, Durban
8 AUG South Africa vs. Argentina 00:00 Estadio José Amalfitani, Buenos Aires
22 AUG South Africa vs. New Zealand 17:00 Ellis Park, Johannesburg
29 AUG South Africa vs. New Zealand 17:00 DHL Stadium, Cape Town
05 SEPT South Africa vs. New Zealand 17:00 FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
12 SEPT  South Africa vs. New Zealand 21:05 M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore (USA)
27 SEPT South Africa vs. Australia 01:00 Optus Stadium, Perth
07 NOV South Africa vs. Italy TBC TBC
13 NOV  South Africa vs. France 22:00 Stade de France, Paris
21 NOV South Africa vs. Ireland 22:00 Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Your Pre-Match Braai Checklist

Before every Bokke Rugby fixture, make sure you:

  1. Grab your family and friends

  2. Pull out your Fire Apron, Donkey Long Tong 80cm, Donkey Tong 69cm

  3. Light the fire

  4. Bring the gees

  5. Don’t forget the backup braai meat

Let’s support the Bokke the best way we know how: with cheers, meat, and a roaring fire.

Because when the South Africa Rugby fixtures roll in, your braai becomes your stadium. So whether you're prepping for rugby this weekend, planning around rugby fixtures today, or just looking to keep the gees alive, we’ve got your rugby timetable sorted.

More Braais = More Tries

FAQ - Springbok 2026 fixtures

When does the Springbok 2026 season start?

The Springboks open their 2026 season on Saturday 20 June against the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha, kickoff 15:00 SAST.

How many home Tests do the Springboks have in 2026?

Eight home matches, including three of the four All Blacks Tests (Ellis Park, DHL Stadium Cape Town, and FNB Stadium).

Where is the South Africa vs New Zealand 2026 USA Test?

12 September 2026 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, USA. Kickoff 21:05 SAST.

What's the difference between the Donkey Long Tong 80cm and Donkey Tong 69cm?

Reach. The Donkey Long Tong 80cm is built for fire while the Donkey Tong 69cm is built for food. Both are handcrafted in Cape Town.

What time do the Boks play this weekend?

Check the fixture table above, or download our Google calendar for kickoff times are listed in SAST. Bookmark this page; we update it as broadcast schedules change and winners are announced.


 

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