Springboks vs Wallabies: What time does match start?

South African rugby fans will gear up for an earlier than usual start when the Springboks play the Wallabies on Sunday morning.

The match takes place at the Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia.

WHAT TIME DOES SPRINGBOKS VS WALLABIES MATCH TAKE PLACE?

South Africans can watch the Springboks take on the Wallabies on Sunday, 27 September at 11:30 SA time.

The match will be broadcast on DStv’s SuperSport Rugby channels.

Apart from DStv, here are other ways to watch the Springboks in action…

The 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. 

AWAY GAMES AND THEIR STARTING TIMES

Here’s a look at the remainder of the Springboks away test schedule and their starting times…

• 7 November: SA vs Italy at the Alianz Stadium, Turin, Italy – 13:40 SA time
• 13 November: SA vs France at the Stade de France, Paris, France – 22:10 SA time
• 21 November: SA vs Ireland at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland – 18: 40 SA time

The Nations Championship finals weekend runs 27–29 November in Twickenham, England, with the six matches determined by the final standings. South Africa’s opponent and exact day depend on where the Boks finish after the six-round league phase.