South Africa will look to make it two Rugby Championship titles in a row as they open their TRC campaign against Australia Wallabies on August 16 at Ellis Park.
In spite of the absolute dominance that the Boks have exhibited in rugby union the last few years, it’s easy to forget that the New Zealand All Blacks have dominated most of the past decade. The All Blacks have won six TRC titles since 2015, while the Springboks have won two titles.
Wallabies are the only other team to win in the last 10 years. They last won the Rugby Championship in 2015.
Which brings us to 2025, and the opening match of the competition between SA and the Wallabies. South Africa is certainly favored, but there are no free wins in Southern Hemisphere rugby.
LIVE: Springboks Vs. Australia Score, Stats, And Key Moments
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Prediction: Can Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies Pull Off A Shock At Ellis Park?
“Although the Wallabies showed significant improvement… they were facing a side that had switched off mentally. Facing a Springbok side who are hunting history… they’ll be facing an altogether different challenge.” – Philip Bendon
Springboks Lineup Confirmed For Saturday’s Test At Ellis Park
“Chasing history as the first Springbok team to win back-to-back Rugby Championships, Rassie Erasmus has named a strong team to face Joe Schmidt’s team. Naming 18 Rugby World Cup winners in his matchday-23, Erasmus has backed experience…” – Philip Bendon
Springboks SquadOx NcheMalcolm MarxWilco LouwEben EtzebethLood de JagerMarco van StadenPieter-Steph du ToitSiya KolisiGrant WilliamsManie LibbokKurt-Lee ArendseAndre EsterhuizenJesse KrielEdwill van der MerweAphelele Fassi
Substitutes: 16. Bongi Mbonambi, 17. Boan Venter, 18. Asenathi Ntlabakanye, 19. Franco Mostert, 20. Kwagga Smith, 21. Cobus Reinach, 22. Canan Moodie, 23. Damian Willemse
Wallabies SquadJames SlipperBilly PollardTaniela TupouNick FrostWill SkeltonTom HooperFraser McReightHarry WilsonNic WhiteJames O’ConnorDylan PietschLen IkitauJoseph-Aukuso SuaaliiMax JorgensenTom Wright
Substitutes: 16. Brandon Paenga-Amosa, 17. Angus Bell, 18. Zane Nonggorr, 19. Jeremy Williams, 20. Langi Gleeson, 21. Tate McDermott, 22. Tane Edmed, 23. Andrew Kellaway
How To South Africa Vs. Australia Live Stream
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What Time Is The Springboks Playing Today?
The first match of the Rugby Championship, between South Africa and Australia, is at 11:10 a.m. ET on Aug. 16.
The match will take place at Emirates Airline Park, also known as Ellis Park, in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Wallabies Arrive in Johannesburg
It’s time.
📺 @StanSportAU #Wallabies pic.twitter.com/LnzetFzMaG
— Wallabies (@wallabies) August 16, 2025Rassie Erasmus Names Veteran Side With Hint Of Experimentation
“Chasing history as the first Springbok team to win back-to-back Rugby Championships, Rassie Erasmus has named a strong team… Erasmus noted the squad reflects ongoing experimentation but is confident in its readiness for Australia.” – Philip Bendon
Are The Springboks Undercooked Ahead Of Their Title Defense?
“Against a second-string Azzurri, the Boks at times looked pedestrian as they struggled to put them away in the first test… This has led to questions as to whether the Boks are undercooked coming into The Rugby Championship, a narrative they will be keen to dispel on Saturday.” – Philip Bendon
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Bokke In The Building
The #Springboks are in the house 🏟#Springboks #ForeverGreenForeverGold #RSAvAUS pic.twitter.com/AfL75RW9ix
— Springboks (@Springboks) August 16, 2025World Rankings Before TRC 25
The Wallabies are a coming force once again in Test Rugby! 🇦🇺 Where better to test exactly where you are than against the back-to-back World Champion Springboks? 🇿🇦#Wallabies #TheRugbyChampionship pic.twitter.com/jvW6fvii1q
— FloRugby (@FloRugby) August 15, 2025What Channel Is The Springboks Playing Today?
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The Rugby Championship 2025 Schedule
Aug. 16
Aug. 23
Sept. 6
Sept. 13
Sept. 27
Oct. 4
South Africa Springboks Fixtures 2025
June 28
July 5
July 12
July 19
Aug. 16
Aug. 23
Sept. 6
Sept. 13
Sept. 27
Oct. 4
Nov. 8
3:10 p.m. ET: France vs. South Africa
Nov. 15
7:40 a.m. ET: Italy vs. South Africa
Nov. 22
12:40 p.m. ET: Ireland vs. South Africa
Nov. 29
10:10 a.m. ET: Wales vs. South AfricaAustralia Wallabies 2025 Fixtures
July 5
11:30 p.m. ET: Australia vs. Fiji
July 19
6:00 a.m. ET: Australia vs. British & Irish Lions
July 26
6:00 a.m. ET: Australia vs. British & Irish Lions
Aug. 2
6:00 a.m. ET: Australia vs. British & Irish Lions
Aug. 16
Aug. 23
Sept. 6
Sept. 13
Sept. 27
Oct. 4
Oct. 24
8:00 p.m. ET: Japan vs. Australia
Nov. 1
11:10 a.m. ET: England vs. Australia
Nov. 8
12:40 p.m. ET: Italy vs. Australia
Nov. 15
3:10 p.m. ET: Ireland vs. Australia
Nov. 22
3:10 p.m. ET: France vs. AustraliaHow To Watch The Rugby Championship 2025
In the United States, rugby fans can watch 2025 The Rugby Championship on FloRugby and the FloSports App.
South Africa Vs. Australia Rugby Today
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Who Are The Springboks Playing Today?
The Springboks will open the 2025 Rugby Championship against Australia on August 16 at 11:10 a.m. ET.
Where Are The Springboks Playing Today?
The Springboks are playing at Ellis Park Stadium today, August 16, also known as Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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