Springboks face Argentina in crunch Rugby Championship clash at Durban's Kings Park

The Springboks will play their final home game of the 2025 season at a packed Kings Park against Argentina tomorrow afternoon (5.10pm kick-off), with fewer than 5 000 tickets remaining as excitement builds for the crucial Test in the Rugby Championship.

After a rainy and gloomy build-up in Durban this week, the weather is expected to clear in time for kick-off, with warm conditions forecast for the coastal city — a welcome change that could suit the Springboks' high-intensity rugby blueprint.

This match marks not only the final opportunity for local fans to see their world champions in action on home soil this season, but also a critical moment in the Boks’ Rugby Championship campaign. The title race remains open after four matches in the tournament, and a win over Los Pumas will keep the Boks in contention heading into the final round of fixtures.

Currently trailing Australia by one point on the log, the defending title-holders will look to secure maximum points in Durban to keep the pressure on the Wallabies and All Blacks. A loss would not end their campaign, but it could significantly affect their chances of reclaiming the trophy, depending heavily on the result of the Bledisloe Cup match between the Kiwis and Wallabies in Auckland on Saturday morning.

Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has spoken openly about the importance of momentum and home advantage, and Saturday is another chance for his side to repay the faith the supporters have shown in them this season.

If the Boks come out on top, they will finish their home matches with just one loss from seven played in front of their fans. Kings Park should be an ally for the world champions, although Argentina always travels with a strong contingent of fans who will make their voices heard on Saturday.

The near-capacity crowd expected will no doubt bring the energy and act as that extra player the national team needs, with Durban once again proving to be one of the most passionate rugby cities in the country. After a week of wet weather, the sun is set to shine on the Springboks — and they’ll need to rise to the occasion.

The Springboks will aim to make another statement following their exploits against the All Blacks in Wellington and keep their Rugby Championship hopes alive. After this, there’s one more Test against Los Pumas at Twickenham, where they can seal a consecutive Southern Hemisphere title.