South Africa's Nations Championship: A Rugby Showdown with England Begins

South Africa will launch an extensive test match program against England in Johannesburg as part of the new Nations Championship in July. The program features high-profile games against several nations with the Springboks hosting three home games. The series targets a diverse set of international challenges.

South Africa is set to engage in a comprehensive test match program next year, beginning with a high-altitude clash against England in Johannesburg in July as part of the inaugural Nations Championship.

The SA Rugby organization announced on Friday that the series will include fixtures in July and November, with South Africa's opening game at Ellis Park. Fans will remember Ellis Park as the site of their thrilling comeback against England in 2018.

The program continues with matches against Scotland and Wales later in July, followed by a return to European grounds in November to face Italy, France, and Ireland. The series will culminate in London with the Nations Championship finals. Additionally, four tests against the touring All Blacks are confirmed for next year.

(With inputs from agencies.)