Springboks Face Georgia in Final July Rugby Test in South Africa

The South Africa Springboks, currently ranked No. 1 in the world, are set to play their final July international rugby match against Georgia on July 19 at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit as a tune-up before the 2025 Rugby Championship. The Springboks have enjoyed a strong start to the 2025 Test season, including back-to-back wins over Italy and have historically dominated Georgia in their two previous encounters. Georgia, ranked No. 11 and considered one of the strongest Tier 2 rugby nations, have shown steady progress and competitiveness against top teams, although they recently lost to Ireland and New Zealand. The Springboks are fielding a mix of experienced players and new talent, emphasizing versatility among players to cover multiple positions, while cautioning against underestimating Georgia. The match promises to be a test of South Africa's strategic depth and Georgia's scrummaging prowess and physicality, with both teams eager to build momentum and prove their standing in world rugby. Fans in the United States can watch the game live via FloRugby and the FloSports app.