All Blacks vs South Africa in Wellington

For Wellington’s second and final major fixture of the 2025 international rugby season, the All Blacks face South Africa in The Rugby Championship. This is also their chance to win back the Freedom Cup. This is gearing up to be one of the most exciting showdowns of the season after two closely fought Tests in South Africa in 2024.

At the 2023 Rugby World Cup, South Africa pipped the All Blacks at the post by one point in the final and took home the prize. South Africa has won the Rugby World Cup a total of four times while New Zealand has brought it home three times. They are well-matched teams so All Blacks Coach Scott Robertson will be training the boys hard. Wellington will be awash with rugby fever so make sure you’re part of the action.

Tickets on sale from 7 May 2025.

The All Blacks New Zealand rugby team stand, arm in arm, during the All Blacks v Australia Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship match, Sky Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand, Saturday, 28 September 2024.

Black Ferns and All Blacks double-header

12 July 2025Sky Stadium

A bartender faces the wall while standing behind a colourful, tiki-style bar.

A meal of two halves — where to eat before the game

If you’re going to cheer on the boys, you need a decent feed beforehand to build up the energy. Grab a meal and convert the fuel into loud patriotic support.

Wide view of bar in Atura Hotel, with seating around the bar.

Stay near the stadium

Got tickets to a big game at the stadium? Make it easy for yourself and find accommodation nearby. There are some great hotels within walking distance of Sky Stadium. Set out early and enjoy a walk along the waterfront before the whistle blows.