How much it will cost to watch Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series
· The South African
Rugby fans are in for a series of showstopping matches – including the Greatest Rivalry series – between the Springboks and the All Blacks.
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How much can South African sports supporters expect to pay to watch the upcoming exciting fixtures?
HOW TO WATCH THE SPRINGBOKS, ALL BLACKS MATCHES – AND HOW MUCH IT COSTS….
There are various ways to watch the Springboks vs All Blacks test matches, as well as New Zealand’s provincial club fixtures against the Stormers, Sharks, Lions and Bulls.
Here’s a list of options and how much it would set you back…
Currently, SuperSport Rugby has the exclusive rights to broadcast the Greatest Rivalry fixtures.
The DStv channel (211) is exclusive to the Premium package, which costs:
- DStv Satellite, requiring a dish/decoder: From R979
- DStv Stream Premium, requiring a stable internet connection: From R699 per month
Springbok test matches are usually available with live commentary on SABC radio stations such as SAfm and Radio 2000. This is free if you’re listening over FM/AM radio. If you stream the stations online, you’ll only need an internet connection.
Rugby fans can watch the matches at public viewing venues like pubs, restaurants and dedicated fan parks. These venues often show rugby matches on large TV screens, via the SuperSport Rugby channel, although food, drinks or an entry fee may apply.
Finally, fans will be able to experience the Greatest Rivalry in person, live in stadium. However, Springbok and All Black matches played in South Africa have come under fire for exorbitant prices, which range from R250 to R8 000+.
WILL SABC BROADCAST THE GREATEST RIVALRY?
Currently, the SABC does not have free-to-air broadcast access to the Greatest Rivalry series.
Instead, DStv owner, CANAL+, confirmed a broadcast rights agreement with the South African Rugby Union (SARU) and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) to show all Springboks and All Blacks matches on SuperSport Rugby.