South African sport fans are set for a packed sporting Weekend, with rugby, football, cricket, and boxing all lined up across three days.
Stormers Begin URC Campaign Tonight. The Stormers open their United Rugby Championship season against Connacht in Galway this evening (20:45 SAST).
- Leolin Zas marks his 100th appearance.
- Debut caps for Riley Norton, Andre Warner, Ezekiel Ngobeni, and Vernon Paulo.
- Coach John Dobson has rotated the squad, resting Dixon and Mchunu, to test depth early in the campaign.
The Stormers are determined to overturn past defeats in Ireland and set the tone for their home run at DHL Stadium.
Bafana Bafana – AFCON Qualifier
Tomorrow, Bafana Bafana host Guinea at Orlando Stadium (15:00).
- Pitso Mosimane takes charge for the first time since South Africa’s World Cup run.
- The team aims for a strong start to AFCON 2027 qualifying, co‑hosted by East African nations.
Supporters will be eager to see if Mosimane can inject fresh energy into the side.
Proteas vs Australia – ODI Series
Sunday morning brings cricket at the Wanderers (10:00).
- The Proteas lead the series after a 67‑run win in Durban.
- Spin bowling proved decisive, with Tabraiz Shamsi and Keshav Maharaj in form.
Momentum here is vital as South Africa builds toward the 2027 ICC World Cup.
- Rassie Erasmus has made 13 changes, giving Handré Pollard, Cameron Hanekom, and Paul de Villiers extended opportunities.
- This is the final Test before November’s Nations Championship second leg.
The Boks will be tested for depth and adaptability against a Wallabies side desperate for redemption.
Springboks vs Wallabies – Perth Test
Later on Sunday, the Springboks face Australia at Optus Stadium (11:45 – 12:00 SAST).
Other Highlights
- Springbok Women vs Italy – Saturday, WXV Global Series.
- SPAR Proteas vs Uganda – Netball Africa Cup final on Saturday.
- Boxing in Japan —-Sia Kuse and Ricardo Malajika fight for world titles Sunday evening.
Weekend Line‑Up
| Match | Date | Time (SA) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stormers vs Connacht | Fri, 25 Sept | 20:45 | Dexcom Stadium, Galway |
| Bafana vs Guinea | Sat, 26 Sept | 15:00 | Orlando Stadium |
| Proteas vs Australia ODI 2 | Sun, 27 Sept | 10:00 | Wanderers Stadium |
| Springboks vs Wallabies | Sun, 27 Sept | 11:45–12:00 | Optus Stadium, Perth |
This weekend is a celebration of South African sport across continents — from Galway to Soweto, Johannesburg to Perth, and even Tokyo. Every code offers a storyline of pride, resilience, and opportunity.