Springboks vs All Blacks

Springboks vs All Blacks: The Showdown You Can’t Miss!

Get ready for a rugby showdown as the Springboks take on the All Blacks LIVE! Don’t miss this epic match as SABC teams up with SuperSport!

This Saturday, rugby fans across South Africa are buzzing with excitement as the Springboks gear up to clash with arch-rivals the All Blacks at the iconic Ellis Park. The anticipation is palpable, with many considering this one of the biggest matches of the year. Thanks to a ground-breaking partnership between SuperSport and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), this monumental contest will be broadcast live, ensuring that no fan is left in the dark!

President of the South African Rugby Union, Mark Alexander, and Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, made this announcement, confirming that SABC 2 will air the match. This once-off collaboration celebrates 30 years of SuperSport's excellence in broadcasting, giving fans a front-row seat to witness what promises to be an electrifying encounter. Team selections have raised eyebrows, with a focus on critical match-ups - from the explosive talents of Aphelele Fassi against Beauden Barrett to the experienced Jesse Kriel vs. Rieko Ioane.

Ellis Park will be the battleground where friendship and competition collide, and analysts are keeping a keen eye on the Springboks' 'bomb squad' – a group of substitutes that can turn the tide of the game. Fans are eager to know if Jasper Wiese can keep New Zealand's Ardie Savea in check or if our very own heavyweight, Malcolm Marx, will dominate the scrums. The game promises dramatic moments, unparalleled skill, and possibly a dust-up or two - but that's just the nature of rugby!

Adding to the excitement is the fact that an ex-All Black, Lima Sopoaga, believes the influence of 'master coach' Tony Brown could be pivotal in determining the match's outcome. As we count down the hours to kick-off, support for the Springboks continues to grow as they look to reaffirm themselves as the world's best rugby team. The stakes couldn't be higher as they take on their fiercest opponents. Who will come out on top? The world is watching!

Fun fact: The Springboks and All Blacks have faced each other 106 times in history, with South Africa enjoying a narrow lead. As of the last updates, the Springboks have 36 wins while the All Blacks lead with 60 victories. Also, Ellis Park is renowned for its electrifying atmosphere and has hosted some of the most thrilling matches in rugby history, including the historic 1995 Rugby World Cup Final. Get ready for a match that could go down in the annals of rugby lore!