As the new year begins, rugby fans in South Africa are eagerly anticipating the upcoming season with the announcement of the Springboks’ 2025 Test match dates.

This year promises to be packed with thrilling encounters, both at home and abroad.

South Africa’s Home Leg of the Rugby Championship

The action kicks off in July with Italy and Georgia set to visit South Africa for the Incoming Series. These matches will give fans a chance to see their world champions in action before they head into the Rugby Championship in August.

The Springboks will open their title defense against the Wallabies on the 16th and 23rd of August.

Following these home fixtures, the Springboks will travel to New Zealand for back-to-back Tests against the All Blacks in September, on the 6th and 13th.

They’ll then return home to face Argentina on the 27th of September, before heading overseas again on the 4th of October for the final match of the Rugby Championship.

November European Tour

Looking further ahead, details of the Springboks’ European tour are starting to take shape.

The team will face off against some of the best teams in Europe, with matches scheduled against Wales, France, Italy, and Ireland in November.

The first Test will take place in Cardiff on the 1st of November, followed by a highly anticipated rematch against France in Paris on the 8th.

This will be a replay of the dramatic 2023 World Cup quarter-final, where the Springboks narrowly defeated France 29-28.

The Springboks will then play Italy on the 15th of November and conclude their European tour against Ireland in Dublin on the 22nd of November.

It’s worth noting that the Springboks haven’t won in Dublin since 2012, which will add extra motivation for the team.

Full 2025 Springboks Test Schedule

Here’s a look at the complete 2025 schedule for the Springboks:

5 July: vs Italy, Venue TBC
12 July: vs Italy, Venue TBC
19 July: vs Georgia, Venue TBC
16 August: vs Australia, Venue TBC
23 August: vs Australia, Venue TBC
6 September: vs New Zealand, Auckland
13 September: vs New Zealand, Wellington
27 September: vs Argentina, Venue TBC
4 October: vs Argentina, London
1 November: vs Wales, Cardiff
8 November: vs France, Paris
15 November: vs Italy, Venue TBC
22 November: vs Ireland, Dublin

What Matches Are You Most Excited About?

With such a packed and competitive schedule, rugby fans across the globe are in for an exciting year.

Which match are you most looking forward to? Feel free to share your thoughts with us through the comment section or reach out on social media.

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