How to Watch Stormers vs All Blacks: Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026

Fans can watch the upcoming match between the Stormers and New Zealand for free as part of Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series. This match notably marks New Zealand's first tour of South Africa since 1996, where the All Blacks will face the Stormers in Cape Town. Patrick Tuipulotu will lead the All Blacks as captain in what is expected to be a significant clash.

Despite not fielding a full-strength side, coach Dave Rennie's selection boasts talents, including the returning Beauden Barrett, who is set to start at fly-half after missing out on the recent Nations Championship. The All Blacks, historically strong, are anticipated to dominate against a Stormers team that reached the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship (URC). However, with a home field advantage, the Stormers players may view this as one of their career-defining games.

Match Details
- Date: Friday, 7 August 2026
- Kick-off time: 6:00 PM BST / 7:00 PM CET / 7:00 PM SAST / 3:00 AM AEST (Saturday) / 5:00 AM NZST (Saturday) / 1:00 PM EDT / 10:00 AM PDT

Where to Watch Free Streams:
In New Zealand, Sky Sport Now will stream the match for free, requiring a registration for a complimentary day pass. Delayed coverage will also be available for free on Three and its ThreeNow service starting at 9:30 AM NZST. In the United States, RugbyPass TV will provide free live streaming, with the match kicking off at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans traveling abroad can utilize a VPN service to access these streams from outside their home countries.

Additional Streaming Options:
- In the United Kingdom and Ireland, Sky Sports will broadcast the game, with options starting at £22 per month.
- In South Africa, SuperSport will handle the live streams, available via DStv and on their streaming platform at 7:00 PM SAST.
- Australian fans can catch the match on Stan Sport. A subscription starts at $20 per month, in addition to the base plan.
- Those in Canada can watch via Premier Sports, with various subscription options available.

Team Line-ups:
Stormers: Warrick Gelant, Seabelo Senatla, Ruhan Nel (captain), Jonathan Roche, Leolin Zas, Yaqeen Ahmed, Imad Khan; Vernon Matongo, André-Hugo Venter, Neethling Fouché, Adré Smith, Connor Evans, Deon Fourie, Hacjivah Dayimani, Evan Roos.
Replacements: JJ Kotzé, Ntuthuko Mchunu, Sazi Sandi, Ruan Ackermann, Keke Morabe, Wandile Mlaba, Dewaldt Duvenage, Wandisile Simelane.

New Zealand: Josh Moorby, Leroy Carter, Billy Proctor, Anton Leinert-Brown, Rieko Ioane, Beauden Barrett, Cortez Ratima; George Bower, Samisoni Taukei’aho, Pasilio Tosi, Fabian Holland, Patrick Tuipulotu (captain), Simon Parker, Anton Segner, Peter Lakai.
Replacements: Asafo Aumua, Ollie Norris, Siale Lauaki, Sam Darry, Ethan Blackadder, Kyle Preston, Josh Jacomb, Caleb Clarke.

The match will be officiated by England's Karl Dickson, assisted by Matthew Carley and Hollie Davidson from Scotland, with Andrew Jackson serving as the TMO.