The two sides are meeting for the first time on South African soil.
Watch South Africa v New Zealand as the Springbok Women and Black Ferns kick off an epic afternoon Greatest Rivalry rugby at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
– Date: Saturday 05.09.2026
– Start time: 12.30pm BST / 1.30pm SAST (local) / 11.30pm NZST / 9.30am AEST / 1.30pm CET / 7.30am EDT / 4.30am PDT
– Free transfer: SABC Plus (South Africa)
– Other Live Streams: Sky Sports (UK), SuperSport (South Africa), Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand), Apartment Sport (Australia),
– Watch from anywhere: Try NordVPN 100% risk free
Fans attending Saturday’s game are in for a treat, with two top tests to look forward to. Interestingly, this is the first time the Springbok Women and the Black Ferns have met on South African soil, a fact that only adds weight to the historic occasion.
The last time these sides met, New Zealand beat South Africa 46-17 in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, but the Springbok Women are undoubtedly the top team. They have won three of their four matches this calendar year (two wins against Fiji, a win and a loss against the USA) and have moved into the top 10 in the world rankings.
The problem is that the visitors are ranked second in the world and are unbeaten since losing to Bristol in last year’s World Cup semi-final. The Springbok Women will have to play the game of their lives to overcome the Black Ferns, but with a passionate home crowd behind them, they will ensure the six-time world champions do not have an easy afternoon.
Whether you’re watching online or on TV, we’ve got all the information you need to watch Springbok Women v Black Ferns live wherever you are – as well as how you can use a VPN to watch your usual streaming service if you are traveling abroad. Read on to find out more. At the bottom of the page you will find the team composition.
Are there free South Africa vs New Zealand streams?
Yes, South African broadcaster SABC is showing this Greatest Rivalry Women’s Test match for free on its channel SABC 2 and SABC Plus streaming service. Coverage begins at 13:00 SAST before kick-off at 13:30.
Heading out of South Africa for the big game? You can still watch your usual free streaming service using a good VPN. Read on to find out more.
How to watch Springbok Women v Black Ferns from anywhere
Being away from home doesn’t have to stop you from watching South Africa – New Zealand live stream. A VPN bypasses geoblocking by changing your IP address, allowing you to stream the game as if you were at home.
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More streaming options for the biggest rival women’s test
- Great Britain and Ireland: As with every Greatest Rivalry match, rugby fans in Great Britain and Ireland can watch the game on Sky Sports channels. Check out the latest Sky Sports subscription offers at Sky website – prices currently start from £22 per month – or go up to Now Sports for daily (£14.99) and monthly (from £28) plans. The game kicks off at 12.30pm BST on Sky Sports Action.
- South Africa: SABC is not the only option to watch Springbok Women v Black Ferns live in South Africa. SuperSport also shows the game, and is available via DStv and streaming. It starts at 1:30 p.m. CET.
- New Zealand: You can watch Black Ferns in New Zealand Sky Sportswhere the game kicks off on Saturday night at 11.30pm NZST. The streaming subscription costs $59.99 per month ($29.99 daily options also available). However, if you don’t want to stay up late, you can watch the full replay of the game for free on Three and the ThreeNow streaming service from 9.30am on Sunday morning.
- Australia: Rugby fans can watch Springbok Women v Black Ferns live streaming of both games ad-free on the subscription service below Apartment Sportwhich requires a $20/month Stan Sport plan on top of your basic Stan subscription (which starts at $9.99/month). Tune in from 9.30pm ET on Saturday night.
Springbok Women v Black Ferns teams and officials
South Africa
Byrhandré Dolf, Alichia Arries, Zintle Mpupha, Aphiwe Ngwevu, Ayanda Malinga, Libbie Janse van Rensburg, Unam Tose; Congratulations Charlie, Lindelwa Gwala, Captain, Vainah Ubisi, Danelle Lochner, Sizophila Solontsi, Catha Jacobs, Aseza Hele
Replacements:
Anushka Groenewald, Yonela Ngxingolo, Nompo Mdliki, Nomsa Mokwai, Shiniqwa Lamprecht, Logan Welman, Anacadia Minnaar, Maceala Samboya
New Zealand
Braxton Sorensen-McGee, Mererangi Paul, Amy du Plessis, Logo-I-Pulotu Lemapu-Atai’i Sylvia Brunt, Ayesha Leti-I’iga, Hannah King, Maia Joseph; Chryss Viliko, Georgia Ponsonby, Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakalelu, Maiakawanakaulani Roos, Maama Mo’onia Vaipulu, Mia Anderson, Elinor-Plum King, Liana Mikaele-Tu’u.
Replacements:
Atlanta Lolohea, Maddison Robinson, Santo Taumata, Laura Bayfield, Amarante Sititi, Tara Turner, Ruahei Demant, Justine McGregor
There is a full South African refereeing team for South Africa v New Zealand – Zoe Naude is the referee, assisted by Giana Viljoen and Angie Bezuidenhout. Quinton Immelman is the TMO.
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