The stage is set for a historic clash on Saturday, 18 July 2026, as the world-champion Springboks welcome Wales to Hollywoodbets Kings Park in Durban for the 45th chapter of their long-standing rivalry.
Serving as the third and final match of the Springboks’ home leg in the Nations Championship, this encounter places the world’s top-ranked side against a rebuilding Welsh team currently ranked 12th globally. With South Africa coming off dominant tournament wins against England (45-21) and Scotland (42-28), Wales faces a monumental task on South African soil.
A Rivalry Born in 1906: The Historical Numbers
South Africa has historically dominated this fixture, carrying an 81.8% win percentage since they first met in Swansea back in 1906. In fact, it took Wales 93 years to register their first victory over the Boks, finally breaking the duck in June 1999 at the Millennium Stadium.
Springboks vs. Wales All-Time Stats
| Stat Category | Record |
| Matches Played | 44 |
| Springbok Wins | 36 |
| Wales Wins | 7 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Springbok Points Scored | 1,230 |
| Wales Points Scored | 683 |
| Highest Bok Score | 96 (Loftus Versfeld, 1998) |
| Biggest Bok Margin of Victory | 83 points (96-13, 1998) |
Match Day Information
- Date & Time: Saturday, 18 July 2026 at 17:40 SAST
- Venue: Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban
- Match Officials:
- Referee: Andrew Brace (Ireland)
- Assistant Referees: Pierre Brousset (France), James Doleman (New Zealand)
- TMO: Olly Hodges (Ireland)
