Springboks unveil special Nike jersey for All Blacks Test series

Nike and SA Rugby have unveiled a specially commissioned Springboks jersey for the four-Test Castle Double Malt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour against the All Blacks.

The Springboks will wear the jersey for the first time when they face New Zealand at 10bet Ellis Park on 22 August 2026.

The match will begin the first Test series between the two rugby nations in 30 years.

National anthem forms part of the design

The jersey features a tone-on-tone graphic containing the lyrics of South Africa’s national anthem, ‘Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika’.

The lyrics appear across the chest in the shape of the South African flag.

Words from all five languages used in the anthem, Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Afrikaans and English, form part of the graphic.

The design represents the country’s different voices, histories and communities while recognising the team’s connection with South Africans.

Springbok branding and World Cup details

The jersey carries an embroidered Springbok crest, the South African Rugby emblem and a gold Nike Swoosh.

FNB branding appears on the front, with Pick n Pay displayed across the back.

The gold collar includes the words “Forever Green Forever Gold” and four stars representing the Springboks’ World Cup victories.

The jersey will be worn only during the four Tests forming part of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour.

Nike FIT ADV used in new jersey

Nike developed the jersey using its athlete-focused design process.

It features Nike FIT ADV material and a lightweight construction designed for speed, movement and breathability.

The fit was developed for the physical demands of modern rugby and tested through Nike’s performance testing process.

SA Rugby welcomes special design

SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer said the jersey reflects the team’s motivation when representing South Africa.

“This truly is a Tour like no other and so is this jersey,” said Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby.

“Nike have outdone themselves in developing a design that speaks directly and honestly to the motivation of the team and management – they play for the people of South Africa and wear their hearts on their sleeve; now they will wear the words of the anthem on their chests.”

Where to buy the new Springboks jersey

The jersey goes on sale on Thursday, 6 August 2026, at three price points.

It will be available through:

• Nike stores
• Nike.com
• The SA Rugby Official Online Shop
• Springbok retail stores in Sandton, Menlyn Park and Canal Walk
• Solly M Sports
• Sportsmans Warehouse
• Other sports retailers

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