Springboks’ 2026 launch in Gqeberha is more than a homecoming — it’s a statement of intent

Rassie Erasmus has circled Gqeberha as the ideal springboard for South Africa’s 2026 season, with Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium expected to be packed to its 46,000 capacity on June 20. Beyond the nostalgia, the fixture offers the Springboks a high-pressure dress rehearsal for a year shaped by new competitions and familiar rivalries.