The Springboks and All Blacks have relocated to the United States for the final match of the tour
Watch Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry live streams, as New Zealand’s first tour of South Africa since 1996 relocates to the United States for an epic finale in Baltimore.
The Springboks moved into a 2-1 lead last weekend after beating the All Blacks in Johannesburg. That means Rassie Erasmus’s side are guaranteed a share of the spoils, though Dave Rennie’s men will be desperate to make sure their biggest rivals don’t have the trophy to themselves – especially with the Rugby World Cup little more than a year away.
Quick Guide
– Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry dates: 7 August – 12 September, 2026
– Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry broadcasters: Sky Sports (UK and Ireland), Paramount+ (US), SuperSport (South Africa), Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand), Stan Sport (Australia), Wowow (Japan)
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Below we’ve rounded up details of how to watch the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour wherever you are in the world – including details of how you can use a VPN to access your usual streaming services if you’re travelling overseas during Test series. You’ll also find fixture information and results at the bottom of the page.
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Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry: can you watch for free?
While RugbyPass TV showed every Greatest Rivalry game played in South Africa for free in the US, this Baltimore clash has moved to subscription service Paramount+.
It costs $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year to subscribe to Paramount+, but you can also take advantage of Walmart Plus’s 30-day trial which costs just $1, and gives you access to the streamer.
Delayed as-live coverage of every match is also available to watch for free on Three and the ThreeNow streaming service. The full rerun of the fourth Test starts at 12.00pm NZST on Sunday.
How to watch Greatest Rivalry fixtures from anywhere
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Watch Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry in the UK and Ireland
Sky Sports has the rights to show the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour in the UK and Ireland.
There are plenty of ways for Sky Sports subscribers to watch the tournament, including the Sky Go app for desktop, iOS, Android, PlayStation and Xbox. You can check out the latest Sky Sports subscription offers at the Sky website – prices currently start at £20 per month.
Greatest Rivalry live streams in South Africa
Springboks fans can watch all the action on SuperSport, the usual destination for top-level rugby in South Africa.
You can get SuperSport on your TV via DStv, or you can stream online. There are various SuperSport packages available, so have a look at what works best for you.
Stream the Greatest Rivalry tour in New Zealand
Sky Sport NZ has the New Zealand rights to the Greatest Rivalry, along with plenty more world-class sporting action, including Premier League soccer.
You can subscribe to Sky Sport Now from $59.99 per month or $549.99 per year (equivalent to $45.83 per month). Day passes are also available for $29.99.
Every Greatest Rivalry game is also available for free on a delay via Three and the ThreeNow streaming service.
Watch Greatest Rivalry 2026 in Australia
Down under? Greatest Rivalry live streams are available through Stan Sport, which is also home to loads of other rugby action and Premier League and Champions League soccer.
It costs $20 a month to add Stan Sport to your general Stan plan (starting at $9.99 a month).
How to watch Greatest Rivalry matches in Canada
In Canada, Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry is being shown on Premier Sports.
A monthly pass costs CA$29.99, though you can make big savings with a six-month pass (CA$79.99) or an annual subscription ($139.99).
Greatest Rivalry live streams in Japan
The Greatest Rivalry broadcaster in Japan is subscription service Wowow.
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry fixtures
Saturday 12 September 2026
- South Africa v New Zealand FOURTH TEST
M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
Kick-off: 10.00pm BST / 11.00pm CET / 11.00pm SAST / 7.00am AEST (Sunday) / 9.00am NZST (Sunday) / 5.00pm EDT (local) / 2.00pm PDT
Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry results
Friday 7 August 2026
- Stormers 21 v 38 New Zealand
DHL Stadium, Cape Town
Tuesday 11 August 2026
- Sharks 0 v 54 New Zealand
Kings Park, Durban
Saturday 15 August 2026
- Bulls 19 v 50 New Zealand
Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria
Saturday 22 August 2026
- South Africa 16 v 33 New Zealand FIRST TEST
Ellis Park, Johannesburg
Tuesday 25 August 2026
- Lions 35 v 41 New Zealand
Ellis Park, Johannesburg
Saturday 29 August 2026
- South Africa 33 v 26 New Zealand SECOND TEST
DHL Stadium, Cape Town
Saturday 5 September 2026
- South Africa 20 v 52 New Zealand WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL
FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
- South Africa 29 v 24 New Zealand THIRD TEST
FNB Stadium, Johannesburg
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Facts Only
* South Africa and New Zealand are playing the fourth and final test of a rugby tour.
* The match takes place on 12 September 2026 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, United States.
* South Africa currently holds a 2-1 lead in the test series.
* The tour dates run from 7 August to 12 September 2026.
* Broadcasters include Sky Sports (UK/Ireland), Paramount+ (US), SuperSport (South Africa), Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand), Stan Sport (Australia), and Wowow (Japan).
* Paramount+ subscription costs $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year.
* A Walmart Plus 30-day trial provides access to Paramount+ for $1.
* Sky Sport Now subscriptions start at $59.99 per month or $549.99 per year.
* Stan Sport costs $20 per month added to a general Stan plan starting at $9.99.
* Premier Sports in Canada offers a monthly pass for CA$29.99.
* Delayed coverage of matches is available for free on Three and ThreeNow in New Zealand.
Executive Summary
The Springboks and All Blacks are concluding their 2026 tour with a final test match in Baltimore, marking a relocation of the series finale to the United States. South Africa currently leads the series 2-1 following a victory in Johannesburg, ensuring they will at least share the series honors. New Zealand seeks a victory to prevent South Africa from claiming the trophy outright, a result with heightened significance given that the Rugby World Cup is scheduled for the following year.
Viewing options vary significantly by region, ranging from free delayed broadcasts in New Zealand to various paid subscription models globally. In the United States, the final match has transitioned from a free service to a paid subscription via Paramount+, though a low-cost entry point exists through a Walmart Plus trial. This transition highlights the fragmented nature of international sports broadcasting rights and the increasing reliance on regional streaming services and VPNs for global accessibility.
Full Take
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Who benefits most here is the affiliate partner. While the fan gets a guide, the content's load-bearing purpose is to convert a sports fan into a software subscriber. This reflects a broader trend where "service journalism" acts as a front for lead generation.
Bridge Questions:
1. How does the shift from free to paid streaming (as seen with Paramount+) affect the growth of rugby in non-traditional markets like the US?
2. Would the recommendations change if the content were not tied to a VPN affiliate partnership?
Counterstrike Scan:
A coordinated campaign would use the "fear of missing out" (FOMO) on a major sporting event to drive mass sign-ups for a specific software tool. While the tone here is helpful rather than urgent, the structural alignment—problem, solution, call to action—matches the basic affiliate marketing playbook.