Springboks brace themselves for a riveting Castle Lager Outgoing Tour this November. With fixtures confirmed, the stage is set for an exhilarating clash against some of the sport’s fiercest contenders.
The journey kicks off on November 10th in Edinburgh, where the Springboks will confront the determined Scottish squad. Memories of their last encounter, a resounding 18-3 victory for the Boks, linger in the minds of fans and players alike, adding an extra layer of intensity to this anticipated rematch.
Next on the agenda, the spotlight shifts to London on November 16th as the Springboks lock horns with England at Twickenham. With both teams boasting formidable talent and a history of thrilling battles, this showdown promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
The Boks aim to replicate their previous victory on English soil, a commanding 27-13 triumph, but they are well aware of the challenge that awaits.
Then, on November 23rd, the tour reaches its climax in Cardiff as the Springboks face off against Wales. Fresh from their record-breaking 52-16 victory earlier in the year, the Boks are poised to maintain their dominance against their Welsh rivals.
However, Wales, despite a disappointing Six Nations campaign, remains a formidable force, especially on home turf, ensuring a gripping finale to the tour.
For Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, this tour represents a golden opportunity for his team to measure themselves against the best in the world. With fixtures against familiar foes from the Rugby World Cup and the promise of thrilling encounters ahead, anticipation is palpable within the Springbok camp.
“We want to measure ourselves against the top sides in the world consistently,” Erasmus states, “and facing Scotland, Wales, and England on the year-end tour will be fantastic for the team and the players.”
As the countdown to November begins, rugby enthusiasts around the globe eagerly await the clash of titans that awaits. With determination, skill, and a hunger for victory, the Springboks are primed to leave their mark on the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour, ready to write another chapter in their storied legacy.
Springbok fixtures:
Saturday, 22 June: SA vs Wales (Twickenham, London)
Saturday, 6 July: SA vs Ireland (Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria)
Saturday, 13 July: SA vs Ireland (Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban)
Saturday, 20 July: SA vs Portugal (Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein)
Saturday, 10 August: Australia vs SA (Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane)
Saturday, 17 August: Australia vs SA (Optus Stadium, Perth)
Saturday, 31 August: SA vs New Zealand (Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg)
Saturday, 7 September: SA v New Zealand (DHL Stadium, Cape Town)
Saturday, 21 September: Argentina v SA (Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades, Santiago)
Saturday, 28 September: SA v Argentina (Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit)
Sunday, 10 November: Scotland vs SA (Murrayfield, Edinburgh)
Saturday, 16 November: England vs SA (Twickenham, London)
Saturday, 23 November: Wales vs SA (Principality Stadium, Cardiff)
Photo: SA Rugby
