All Blacks 2026 South Africa Tour: Games, NZ Times & Full Schedule
The All Blacks are in South Africa for an eight-match 2026 tour, including four matches against South African sides before a four-Test series against the Springboks. The tour is the All Blacks’ first full South African tour in 30 years.
All Blacks Games 2026: New Zealand Time
For fans searching “All Blacks games NZ time”, the South African tour matches fall in the early morning in New Zealand. The current schedule is:
| Date in New Zealand | Match | NZ kick-off |
|---|---|---|
| 8 August | Stormers vs All Blacks | 5:00 AM |
| 12 August | Sharks vs All Blacks | 5:00 AM |
| 16 August | Bulls vs All Blacks | 5:00 AM |
| 23 August | South Africa vs All Blacks | 3:00 AM |
| 26 August | Lions vs All Blacks | 5:00 AM |
| 30 August | South Africa vs All Blacks | 3:00 AM |
| 6 September | South Africa vs All Blacks | 3:00 AM |
| 13 September | South Africa vs All Blacks | 5:30 AM |
The fixture times are based on the current New Zealand Rugby schedule and NZ viewing listings.
When Do the All Blacks Play Next?
The Sharks vs All Blacks is the next match on the tour, scheduled for 12 August at 5:00 AM New Zealand time. The All Blacks are coming off a 38–21 win over the Stormers in Cape Town.
All Blacks vs Springboks 2026
The first Test against the Springboks is scheduled for 23 August at 3:00 AM NZ time at Ellis Park in Johannesburg.
The four-Test series continues with matches in Cape Town, Johannesburg and the final Test later in September.
Where to Watch the All Blacks in New Zealand
Sky Sport is providing live coverage of the All Blacks’ South Africa tour, while delayed free-to-air coverage is also planned through Three and ThreeNow.
Why the 2026 Tour Is Significant
The six-week tour features eight matches, giving the All Blacks an unusually long period of rugby in South Africa. The schedule includes fixtures against the Stormers, Sharks, Bulls and Lions, followed by four Tests against the Springboks.
The opening match already produced a 38–21 All Blacks victory over the Stormers, although New Zealand identified areas of their forward and scrum play that need improvement before the Test series.
All Blacks 2026 Tour FAQ
What time are All Blacks games in New Zealand?
Most of the South African tour’s franchise matches start at 5:00 AM NZ time, while several Springboks Tests start at 3:00 AM NZ time.
What time is Sharks vs All Blacks in New Zealand?
5:00 AM on Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
What time is South Africa vs All Blacks in New Zealand?
The first three listed Tests start at 3:00 AM NZ time, with the final Test scheduled for 5:30 AM NZ time.
How many games will the All Blacks play in South Africa?
The 2026 tour features eight matches, including four Tests against South Africa
