Can you watch South Africa vs New Zealand 1st Test for free?
Yes, you can watch the 1st Test between South Africa and New Zealand for free in specific regions. In the US, RugbyPass TV offers a free live stream of the game. In New Zealand, ThreeNow will provide a free tape-delayed replay the following day at 11am NZST. These options are ideal for fans looking to catch the match without a subscription.
If you're outside these countries, using a VPN service like Surfshark allows you to unblock these free streams by connecting as if you were in the US or New Zealand.
How to watch South Africa vs New Zealand live streams worldwide
United States
The match is live on RugbyPass TV for free. This platform also features a wide range of international rugby content, including archives and documentaries.
United Kingdom
Sky Sports Action broadcasts the game live. You need a Sky Sports subscription, starting at £22/month, or access via NOW Sports. A VPN can help access UK streams if abroad.
Australia
The game is exclusive to Stan Sport, costing AU$20/month plus a Stan subscription. A VPN can enable access if you're outside Australia.
New Zealand
Sky Sport NZ airs the game live on Sky Sport 1, available through satellite or the Sky Sport Now streaming service (from NZ$29.99 daily). Alternatively, ThreeNow offers a free replay at 11am NZST the next day.
South Africa
SuperSport has live coverage, requiring a DStv Access package from about Rs99/month. Fans abroad can use a VPN to stream as if they were in South Africa.
Canada
Premier Sports streams the match with monthly or longer subscription passes available. Use a VPN to access your Canadian account when outside Canada.
Using a VPN to watch the match
A VPN lets you virtually relocate your device to your home country, unlocking streaming services tied to that region. Surfshark is highly recommended for its streaming capabilities and current discounts, making it easy to watch South Africa vs New Zealand from anywhere.
Key match details and team news
The 1st Test kicks off Saturday, August 22, at 5.10pm SAST (Johannesburg), which corresponds to 11.10am ET / 4.10pm BST. In Australia and New Zealand, the match starts late at night on August 23. South Africa will play without captain Siya Kolisi, with Pieter-Steph du Toit leading the side. New Zealand's captain Ardie Savea returns after missing warm-up games.
Mobile viewing is supported by most broadcasters through apps or mobile browsers, including RugbyPass TV.