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South Africans have a stacked week of sports and entertainment ahead. Following the Springboks’ weekend heroics over the Wallabies, domestic rugby heats up with Currie Cup clashes, New Zealand A arrives for a tour opener, and COSAFA’s women continue their fight for a Champions League slot. Global fans can tune into the Women’s Rugby World Cup and La Vuelta cycling, while television offers fresh drama and big‑name signings. Here’s your one‑stop guide.
Springboks vs Australia – Aftermath & Rugby Championship
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Where to Watch SA Sports & TV Next Week (Aug 25-31, 2025)
Aug 24, 2025
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South Africans have a stacked week of sports and entertainment ahead. Following the Springboks’ weekend heroics over the Wallabies, domestic rugby heats up with Currie Cup clashes, New Zealand A arrives for a tour opener, and COSAFA’s women continue their fight for a Champions League slot. Global fans can tune into the Women’s Rugby World Cup and La Vuelta cycling, while television offers fresh drama and big‑name signings. Here’s your one‑stop guide.
Springboks vs Australia – Aftermath & Rugby Championship
Result recap: The Springboks beat Australia 30‑22 in Cape Town on August 23, with Handré Pollard’s boot proving decisive. The hard‑fought win keeps South Africa in Rugby Championship contention and sparks debates around squad depth and substitutions. Fans are already looking ahead to the next Championship fixture in September, but for now, the conversation carries into the week.
Where to relive the action: SuperSport Rugby (DStv 211) and SABC Sport will replay highlights. Showmax Pro subscribers can stream the match on demand. Rugby talk shows on SuperSport provide analysis and fan reactions throughout the week.
Currie Cup Premier Division – Fixtures This Week
The Currie Cup roars back with two rounds in our week. Catch every try on SuperSport Rugby (DStv 211) or stream via DStv Stream. All times are South African (SAST)
Date | Fixture | Time | Venue | How to Watch |
Fri 29 Aug | Toyota Cheetahs vs Suzuki Griquas | 17:00 | Free State Stadium | SuperSport Rugby & DStv Stream |
Fri 29 Aug | Western Province vs Airlink Pumas | 19:10 | Cape Town Stadium | SuperSport Rugby & DStv Stream |
Sat 30 Aug | Fidelity ADT Lions vs Vodacom Bulls | 15:00 | Emirates Airline Park | SuperSport Rugby & DStv Stream |
Sat 30 Aug | Hollywoodbets Sharks vs Sanlam Boland Cavaliers | 17:10 | Kings Park | SuperSport Rugby & DStv Stream |
With no matches on Aug 31, fans can savour Saturday’s double‑header. The Cheetahs lead the standings, but the Bulls and Lions derby will be a highlight for Gauteng viewers.
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Proteas Tour of Australia – Series Wrap
South Africa’s national team wraps up its Australian tour on Sunday, Aug 24. The Proteas won the first two ODIs before dropping the final match, clinching the series 2‑1. In the T20Is, they fought hard but lost the series 2‑1. Analysts say the tour was a valuable tune‑up for next year’s Champions Trophy.
Where to watch highlights: SuperSport Cricket (DStv 212) and Grandstand (DStv 201) will show replays of the matches, with streaming on the DStv app for subscribers. Expect features on top performers like David Miller and Kagiso Rabada.
New Zealand A Tour in South Africa
New Zealand A arrives for a multi‑match tour. This week features the 1st unofficial ODI:
Sat 30 Aug – South Africa A vs New Zealand A at Tshwane University of Technology Oval, Pretoria. Play begins 08:00 GMT (10:00 SAST.) Watch on SuperSport Cricket or stream via the Cricket South Africa (CSA) app.
Subsequent one‑day matches follow on Sept 1 and 3, with four‑day “Tests” later in September. Rising stars like Tony de Zorzi and Dewald Brevis will seek to impress selectors.
SA20 Buzz – Transfer Rumours & Signings
The SA20 T20 league is in off‑season, but the rumour mill is buzzing ahead of the Sept 9 auction. Teams have already retained and pre‑signed big names. Reports list:
Durban’s Super Giants have kept Sunil Narine, Noor Ahmad, Jos Buttler, and wildcard Heinrich Klaasen
Joburg Super Kings retained Faf du Plessis, James Vince, Akeal Hosein, Richard Gleeson, and wildcard Donovan Ferreira
MI Cape Town secured Ryan Rickelton, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Rashid Khan, Trent Boult, Nicholas Pooran, and wildcard Kagiso Rabada
Paarl Royals pre‑signed Lhuan‑dre Pretorius, David Miller, Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Sikandar Raza, and wildcard Rubin Hermann
Pretoria Capitals kept Will Jacks and Sherfane Rutherford, with wildcard Andre Russell
Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape retained Tristan Stubbs, AM Ghazanfar, Adam Milne, Jonny Bairstow, and wildcard Marco Jansen
Expect more signings and high‑profile bids at the September auction. Names rumoured to be available include Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Quinton de Kock, and Tabraiz Shamsi. Stay updated by following SA20 on their social channels.
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COSAFA Women’s Champions League – Road to the Final
The COSAFA Women’s Champions League qualifiers began on Aug 22 and conclude on Aug 31. Twelve teams from the southern zone are competing in Johannesburg for a spot in the CAF Women’s Champions League. Semi‑finals are scheduled for Fri 29 Aug, with the final on Sun 31 Aug.
Where to watch: SuperSport Variety and SABC Sport are broadcasting selected matches live. Check local listings for exact kick‑off times.
Global Events for SA Fans
Women’s Rugby World Cup
The Women’s Rugby World Cup runs from Aug 22 to Sept 27. Pool matches this week include:
Sat 30 Aug – Canada vs Wales (12:00) and Scotland vs Fiji (14:45)
Sun 31 Aug – Ireland vs Spain (12:00), New Zealand vs Japan (14:00), Italy vs South Africa (15:30), and France vs Brazil (16:45)
SuperSport will screen all games. The Italy vs South Africa clash will be a highlight for local fans.
Stage | Date | Route | Distance |
3 | Mon 25 Aug | San Maurizio Canavese → Ceres | 134.6 km |
4 | Tue 26 Aug | Sua -Voiron | 206.7 km |
5 | Wed 27 Aug | Team Time trial Figueres - Figueres | 24.1 km |
6 | Thu 28 Aug | Olot - Pal /Andorra ) | 170.3 KM |
7 | FRI 29 Aug | Andorra la Vella -Cerler | 188 Km |
8 | Sat 30 Aug | Monzón Templario → Zaragoza | 163.5 km |
9 | Sun 31 Aug | Alfaro → Valdezcaray ski station | 195.5 km |
SuperSport holds Sub‑Saharan broadcast rights, so cycling fans can tune in daily for live coverage and highlight shows.
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Athletics & beach volleyball: With the Paris Olympics over, many athletes compete in Diamond League meets and the FIVB Beach World Tour. Check SuperSport Blitz for schedules.
TV Premieres & Local Drama Highlights
South African screens are brimming with drama and reality TV. Here’s what to watch:
House of Zwide S5 – e.tv’s fashion‑drama returns weekdays at 19:00. The show follows township girl Ona Molapo navigating the glamorous yet cut‑throat world of House of Zwide
Scandal! – Another e.tv favourite airing weeknights at 19:30 with a Saturday omnibus. Expect corporate intrigue and explosive secrets.
Inhliziyo Ayiphakelwa – This telenovela airs daily at 21:30 on Star Khanya (DStv 160/Openview 114) with isiZulu audio and English subtitles. New episodes drop every day.
Uzalo – South Africa’s biggest soap opera continues weekdays at 20:30 on SABC 1, following the lives of KwaMashu residents.
House of the Dragon S2 – The epic Targaryen saga returned on 17 June 2024 and continues weekly on M‑Net (DStv 101) and Showmax. Episodes debut at 03:00 (express) and prime‑time at 21:00 on Mondays
The Bear S4 – FX’s award‑winning kitchen dramedy dropped all ten episodes on 26 June on Disney+ South Africa, with binge‑worthy chaos. Perfect for weekend streaming.
Fixtures Summary Table (Aug 25–31, 2025)
Date | Event | Time (SAST) | Channel / Platform |
Mon 25 Aug | La Vuelta Stage 3: San Maurizio Canavese → Ceres | 12:30 (approx) | SuperSport Cycling |
Tue 26 Aug | La Vuelta Stage 4: Susa → Voiron | 12:30 (approx) | La Vuelta Stage 4: Susa → Voiron |
Wed 27b Aug | La Vuelta Stage 5: Team time trial | Afternoon | SuperSport Cycling |
Thu 28 Aug | La Vuelta Stage 6: Olot → Pal (Andorra) | 12:30 (approx) | SuperSport Cycling |
Fri 29 Aug | Currie Cup: Cheetahs vs Griquas | 17:00 | SuperSport Rugby / DStv Stream |
Fri 29 Aug | Currie Cup: Western Province vs Pumas | 19:10 | SuperSport Rugby / DStv Stream |
Fri 29 Aug | COSAFA Women’s Champions League Semi‑finals | TBC | SuperSport Variety / SABC Sport |
Sat 30 Aug | Currie Cup: Lions vs Bulls | 15:00 | SuperSport Rugby / DStv Stream |
Sat 30 Aug | Currie Cup: Sharks vs Boland Cavaliers | 17:10 | SuperSport Rugby / DStv Stream |
Sat 30 Aug | South Africa A vs New Zealand A (1st unofficial ODI) | 10:00 | SuperSport Cricket / CSA App |
Sat 30 Aug | Women’s Rugby World Cup: Canada vs Wales & Scotland vs Fiji | 12:00 & 14:45 | SuperSport Rugby |
Sat 30 Aug | La Vuelta Stage 8: Monzón Templario → Zaragoza | 12:30 (approx) | SuperSport Cycling |
Sun 31 Aug | COSAFA Women’s Champions League Final | TBC | SuperSport Variety / SABC Sport |
Sun 31 Aug | Women’s Rugby World Cup: Ireland vs Spain, NZ vs Japan, Italy vs South Africa, France vs Brazil | 12:00–16:45 | SuperSport Rugby |
Sun 31 Aug | La Vuelta Stage 9: Alfaro → Valdezcaray ski station | 12:30 (approx) | SuperSport Cycling |
Whether you’re a rugby fanatic, cricket lover, cycling enthusiast, or drama binge‑watcher, this guide keeps you ahead of the action. Grab your remote or streaming device and enjoy the week!
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