Nations Series: Springboks to battle France in Paris grudge match

NEWS: The fixtures for the 2025 Nations Series at the end of the year have been confirmed.

This year’s box office action will kick off on Saturday, November 1 with England taking on Australia, Scotland hosting the USA, and Ireland closing out the action against the All Blacks.

The following weekend offers fans six blockbuster fixtures, including France meeting the World Champions, South Africa.

The Springboks broke French hopes of a home victory in the quarterfinals on their way to winning the 2023 World Cup.

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The third weekend of action sees six more enthralling clashes including Italy hosting South Africa in the opening encounter followed by New Zealand’s visit to Twickenham Stadium to face off against England.

On November 22 fixtures include Wales hosting New Zealand, Ireland battling South Africa, and France taking on Australia.

The action draws to a close on November 29 with Wales facing South Africa.

“The Nations Series continues to deliver an incredible spectacle for fans,” said Six Nations Rugby CEO Tom Harrison.

“Host cities will be the perfect backdrop for an incredible atmosphere for rugby fans across the continent.

“On the pitch, the matches will showcase the very best of international rugby, with the best teams in the world delivering box office entertainment throughout November.”