The Springboks will launch their 2026 season against the Barbarians at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha on Saturday, 20 June.
This fixture serves as a vital warm-up for a historic year featuring the inaugural Nations Championship and the “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” series against the All Blacks.
Key Information:
• Match Date: Saturday, 20 June 2026.
• Coaching Opposition: The BaaBaas will be led by Scott Robertson (All Blacks) and Felipe Contepomi (Argentina).
2026 Home Fixture List:
• 20 June: vs Barbarians (Gqeberha)
• 4 July: vs England (Johannesburg)
• 11 July: vs Scotland (Pretoria)
• 18 July: vs Wales (Durban)
• 22 August: vs All Blacks (Johannesburg)
• 29 August: vs All Blacks (Cape Town)
• 5 September: vs All Blacks (Johannesburg)
