Springboks vs All Blacks – Wellington Test Preview

Fresh off this past Saturday’s bruising 24–17 defeat at Eden Park, where the All Blacks again defended their Auckland fortress record – the Springboks now shift focus to their second test match in Wellington — a city that has served up some of the most dramatic chapters in this fierce rivalry. Eden Park may have been a reminder of how tough New Zealand soil can be, but Wellington tells a more colourful story.

Wellington carries a special place in Bok history. It’s where we stunned the world with that 36–34 victory in 2018, silencing the locals in one of the greatest away wins in green and gold. It’s also where the Springboks held the All Blacks to a tense draw in 2019, proving once again that this rivalry burns brightest on Kiwi soil.

Will the Boks be able to flip the script this Saturday and emulate their win from 2018 against the Kiwis?

Rugby Championship Standings (After Round 3)

Australia’s dramatic 28–24 victory over Argentina in Townsville, sealed by a last-minute try, has ensured the Championship table remains tightly poised heading into the Wellington clash.

Teams for Springboks Vs All Blacks 13 September 2025

The Springboks have opted for a bold reshuffle ahead of Saturday. Head coach Rassie Erasmus has made seven changes to the starting XV along with two positional switches, signalling both tactical adjustment and a desire to test squad depth.

Springboks Replacements: 16. Marnus Van der Merwe | 17. Jan-Hendrik Wessels | 18. Wilco Louw | 19. RG Snyman | 20. Kwagga Smith | 21. Grant Williams | 22. Manie Libbok | 23. Andre esterhuizen

All Blacks Replacements: ** Team announcement still to be made