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Currently ranked as the number one men’s team on the planet, South Africa are the current Rugby World Cup and Rugby Championship title holders and are considered one of the finest rugby-playing nations in existence.
It’s never been a better time to watch Rassie Erasmus’s sensational Springboks in action and you can buy South Africa rugby tickets for the 2026 Nations Championship and more on our safe, secure online platform.
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About South Africa Rugby Union Tickets
How to buy South Africa rugby tickets?
With our real-time ticket inventory, friendly customer service and secure payment platform, it’s never been easier to buy South Africa rugby tickets for the Springboks’ upcoming matches. Follow the steps below to secure your seats today.
- Head over to our catalogue of South Africa rugby tickets to find a game of interest.
- Hit “View Tickets” to see a full list of tickets available for your desired fixture.
- Enter the number of tickets for South Africa rugby fixture you’d like to buy.
- Confirm your order by clicking the green 'Buy' button.
- Enter some personal information when prompted to complete the process. Don’t worry, this is all standard stuff (e.g. name, address, email etc.)
- You’re all done! You’ve secured your tickets and can now plan your journey!
Introduction to South Africa rugby
Right now, South Africa are the world’s undisputed number one rugby union team and with popular head coach Rassie Erasmus at the helm, the Boks are primed to push for major honours and silverware for the foreseeable future.
The Springboks, who play in a famous green jersey and white shorts, have always been a powerhouse of the sport, though they have raised the bar in recent years, and developed into a match and trophy-winning juggernaut under Erasmus.
As four-time Rugby World Cup winners, South Africa are officially the most successful ever side in the competition and in 2027, they will be aiming to lift the trophy for a record-breaking third time in a row.
Elite teams always draw plenty of attention and South Africa rugby tickets are among the most in-demand tickets on our marketplace, with customers flocking to our booking system to secure seats to watch the Springboks live.
Don’t miss your chance to follow one of the world’s best teams. Secure your South Africa tickets for rugby today. South African fans always create a vibrant, boisterous atmosphere when their team are on the pitch, and it’s never been easier to sample the culture, colour and quality that accompany the Springboks’ matches. Visit our ticket marketplace today to buy your South Africa rugby union tickets.
South Africa Rugby Championship 2027 tickets
The Southern Hemisphere’s Rugby Championship is a tournament akin to the Six Nations north of the equator. South Africa compete alongside Australia, New Zealand and Argentina each year for honours and though the competition didn’t run in 2026, it will return next year.
Scenic stadiums like Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg, DHL Stadium in Cape Town and Kings Park Stadium in Durban have all hosted South Africa fixtures in the Rugby Championship in recent years, and all three venues are worthwhile destinations for any traveller or sports fan.
Here at LiveRugbyTickets, we always have plenty of official tickets for the Rugby Championship every year, and you can ensure that you reserve your spot to see the Springboks’ pursuit of glory by purchasing tickets through our secure ticketing platform.
We’ve served more than 2 million fans since we opened our virtual doors in 2004, many of whom have secured tickets for South Africa rugby from our trusted resellers.
South Africa's Rugby Championship history
South Africa have a modest overall history in the Rugby Championship, winning the competition just six times in total, a haul that pales in comparison to New Zealand’s 20 titles.
However, the Springboks have won each of the last two editions of the Rugby Championship and the balance of power between the All Blacks and South Africa has undergone a notable shift in recent years.
The Rugby Championship didn’t proceed in 2026, but in 2025, South Africa overcame a shock opening round defeat to Australia to win five of their following six fixtures, eventually topping the table ahead of the All Blacks by virtue of their superior match points difference (+57 to +8).
South Africa 2027 Rugby Championship fixtures
The Rugby Championship returns in 2027 after its hiatus this year, though we don’t have concrete fixture information in terms of dates and venues just yet. When tickets are released, we’ll have hundreds of options to choose from as our resellers’ marketplace begins to populate with rugby union tickets for South Africa.
South Africa at the 2026 Nations Championship
The Nations Championship entered the spotlight for the first time in 2026 in a move that revolutionised the international test match scene through the introduction of a fresh format, bumper prize money and higher-stakes rugby.
South Africa have been tipped as one of the leading contenders to be crowned champions of the tournament’s first iteration and the Springboks proved their credentials in the Southern Hemisphere Series in July with three wins from three matches in their homeland.
First, South Africa made light work of England (45-21) in Johannesburg, before they dismantled Scotland (42-28) in Pretoria. In round three, they ran roughshod over a hapless Wales side in a 43-0 whitewash in Durban. The Springboks collected a perfect 15 points from a possible 15 and can look forward to the rest of the tournament with optimism.
Play is paused for now, but when it resumes in November, South Africa will be in Europe for three exciting fixtures in the Northern Hemisphere Series, where they are set to take on Italy, France and Ireland.
Italy vs South Africa tickets on November 7, France vs South Africa tickets on November 13 and Ireland vs South Africa tickets for November 21 in Dublin are all on sale now. We’ve got tickets for every game available to purchase right now in our rugby union match tickets portal!
South Africa 2026 Nations Championship fixtures
| Date |
Home Team |
vs |
Away Team |
Venue |
Time |
| SAT 4 JUL |
SA |
45-21 |
England |
Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg |
19:40 (SAST) |
| SAT 11 JUL |
SA |
42-28 |
Scotland |
Loftus Versfeld Stadium, Pretoria |
17:40 (SAST) |
| SAT 18 JUL |
SA |
43-0 |
Wales |
Kings Park Stadium, Durban |
17:40 (SAST) |
| SAT 7 NOV |
Italy |
vs |
SA |
Juventus Stadium, Turin |
12:40 (CET) |
| SAT 13 NOV |
France |
vs |
SA |
Stade de France, Paris |
21:10 (CET) |
| SAT 21 NOV |
Ireland |
vs |
SA |
Aviva Stadium, Dublin |
16:40 (GMT) |
South Africa national team stadium information
Name:
Varies – Ellis Park Stadium, Johannesburg, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, Kings Park Stadium, Durban and Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.
Capacity:
Varies
Address:
Varies (see above)
Description:
Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg has a capacity of 62,567, while the DHL Stadium in Cape Town can hold up to 55,000 spectators. Over in Durban, Kings Park Stadium can squeeze in 46,000 fans, while Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, which is over 100 years old, has a capacity of 51,762.
Best way to travel to South Africa’s stadiums
Pretoria and Johannesburg are towards the north end of South Africa, while Cape Town and Durban are on the south coast, albeit at opposite ends, straddling the Atlantic and Indian Oceans respectively.
Public transport and park and ride options are available on matchdays to get to Ellis Park in Johannesburg (47 N. Park Lane Doornfontein). If you’re travelling to Loftus Versfeld Stadium (Kirkness Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria 0002) in Pretoria, the venue is a walkable distance from Hatfield Station.
You can use public transport to reach Kings Park Stadium in Durban (Jacko Jackson Drive, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025), though some fans have found it straightforward to get there by car or Uber service. We recommend using the Cape Metro Rail or MyCiTi bus services to get to the DHL Stadium in Cape Town (Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point, Cape Town, 8051).
South Africa national team information
Current Manager:
Rassie Erasmus
Current Captain:
Siya Kolisi
Nickname:
Springboks
Other information
South Africa has long been a breeding ground for elite-level rugby union talent. The Springboks have been represented by some of the game’s biggest superstars down through the years, including Schalk Burger, André Joubert, Fourie du Preez, Os du Randt and John Smit.
Eben Etzebeth has been capped more times (141) for South Africa than anyone else, while Percy Montgomery, who finished playing for his country in 2008, is the Springboks' all-time leading scorer (893).
Rivalries
Main Rivals
New Zealand
South Africa will play New Zealand in a tour series branded “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” in 2026, a title which speaks to the intense sporting competition that has developed between these powerhouse nations over the decades.
The Springboks are currently on a six-game winning run in this fixture, much to the All Blacks’ ire, though both teams still view games against each other as the acid test and ultimate challenge.
The teams have been regular opponents for a little over a hundred years, ever since they first crossed paths in 1921. Two of South Africa and New Zealand’s most memorable encounters were in Rugby World Cup Finals in 1995 and 2023, with the Springboks coming out on top on each occasion.
Unsurprisingly, South Africa and New Zealand rugby tickets are always in high demand when these two titans tussle, though we always have a wide selection of seats and tickets to choose from on our secure online ticket marketplace.
Australia
South African fans will be quick to tell you that New Zealand are their biggest rivals, though they will also say how much they hate losing against Australia.
The Springboks have a certain dislike for their fellow Southern Hemisphere opponents and games against the Wallabies are always feisty affairs, laced with crunching tackles and flaring tempers.
South Africa have won five of their last six skirmishes with Australia and they have the edge in the all-time annals too, winning 53 times to the Wallabies’ 41.
The teams aren’t likely to meet again until the 2027 Rugby Championship, but if you’re on the lookout for South Africa vs Australia rugby tickets, the LiveRugbyTickets marketplace is the place to find them.
We have over a decade’s worth of experience in connecting buyers with official match ticket resellers on our safe, secure platform.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Africa rugby tickets
How to buy South Africa rugby tickets?
At LiveRugbyTickets.co.uk, we have a wide range of South Africa tickets for rugby union to choose from. We supply tickets for all fixtures and tournaments, including the new 2026 Nations Championship and Rugby World Cup.
How much do South Africa rugby tickets cost?
Ticket prices for South Africa rugby fixtures vary and will depend on who the Springboks are up against, what competition they’re playing in and how high the demand for seats is. Bigger games against higher-profile opponents are usually more expensive, though we have tickets to suit all budgets.
Where to buy South Africa Nations Championship tickets?
Right here at LiveRugbyTickets! Our inventory is packed with South Africa rugby tickets for the biggest games and tournaments every year. Whether you’re planning a trip to Johannesburg or Cape Town, or waiting for the Springboks to visit the UK, we’ll have numerous options for every game.
Will the tickets be delivered to my home, or do I need to collect them?
We deliver physical tickets at times, while e-tickets and mobile tickets are delivered digitally on other occasions. If you make a last-minute purchase, you may need to collect the tickets in person at designated collection points. We’ll let you know if and when that applies, however.
Can I choose specific seats when purchasing South Africa Nations Championship tickets?
While we can’t guarantee specific seats from the outset, we generally have a wide variety of South Africa rugby tickets to choose from, allowing customers to choose which area of the stadium they prefer.
Can I get a refund if I can't attend the match?
Usually, ticket purchases are non-refundable unless a fixture has been completely cancelled. We always advise customers to read the provider’s policy thoroughly to learn how refunds and cancellations are processed.
What happens if a match is postponed or rescheduled?
Usually, tickets will remain valid for rearranged fixture dates when a match is postponed or rescheduled. You should always check with the event organiser to confirm, however. It’s always worthwhile checking the event provider’s official social media channels for updates, too.
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