The second test between South Africa and New Zealand will take place at DHL Stadium in Cape Town on Saturday, August 29, 2026. It is the second match of a four-test series billed as “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry.”

Kickoff is scheduled for 5:10 p.m. local time, which is 3:10 a.m. on August 30 in New Zealand. Sky Sport has been announced as the broadcaster in New Zealand.

New Zealand Leads the Series After Winning the First Test

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New Zealand defeated South Africa 33–16 in the first test in Johannesburg. New Zealand currently leads the series 1–0.

New Zealand scored five tries to South Africa’s total in the first test, with Will Jordan scoring twice. The second test will show whether South Africa can restore balance to the series.

New Zealand won the first test 33–16 and leads the series 1–0.

Selection Changes and Major Milestones

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Handré Pollard and Cobus Reinach join South Africa’s starting lineup. Ethan Hooker will play in place of the injured Cheslin Kolbe.

Captain Pieter-Steph du Toit is set to make his 100th test appearance in this match. Ox Nche is also approaching his 50th test appearance, giving South Africa two notable milestones to watch.

New Zealand will be captained by Ardie Savea. In the starting lineup, Leroy Carter and Josh Moorby have switched positions from last week.

Angus Gardner Replaces the Original Referee

World Rugby announced that Angus Gardner will referee the second test after Nika Amashukeli was unable to recover from illness.

The key information to confirm before the match is therefore:

  1. Venue: DHL Stadium, Cape Town
  2. Kickoff: 5:10 p.m. local time on August 29
  3. Series status: New Zealand leads 1–0
  4. Major records: Du Toit is set for his 100th test appearance, while Nche is approaching his 50th
  5. Referee change: Angus Gardner will referee the second test

Official Sources

  • [New Zealand Rugby / All Blacks: Springboks name team for second All Blacks Test in Cape Town](https://www.allblacks.com/news/springboks-name-team-for-second-all-blacks-test-in-cape-town) — Checked August 29, 2026
  • [World Rugby: Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series match official update](https://www.world.rugby/news/1046031/rugbys-greatest-rivalry-series-match-official-update) — Checked August 29, 2026
  • [South African Rugby: Springboks and All Blacks reignite traditional tours](https://saru-umbraco.azurewebsites.net/news-features/articles/2025/10/16/rugby-s-greatest-rivalry-announced-springboks-and-all-blacks-reignite-traditional-tours/) — Checked August 29, 2026
  • [New Zealand Rugby / All Blacks: All Blacks team named to play Springboks in Cape Town](https://www.allblacks.com/news/all-blacks/all-blacks-team-named-to-play-springboks-in-cape-town) — Checked August 29, 2026