Big Weekend Ahead for the Springboks, Bafana Bafana and Proteas

Three national teams face international challenges, with the Springboks, Bafana Bafana and Proteas all in action.

Global (13 November 2026) – South African sport has a busy weekend ahead, with three of the country’s biggest national teams taking on international opposition. The Springboks are preparing for a tough test against France in Paris, Bafana Bafana welcome Kenya to Johannesburg, while the Proteas turn their attention to the red-ball format as they begin their World Test Championship series against Bangladesh.

Here’s what to look out for.

Springboks Ready for France Challenge

The Springboks are expecting a physical battle when they take on France at the Stade de France on Friday in their Nations Championship encounter.

Captain Siya Kolisi and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick have both acknowledged the threat posed by the hosts, particularly with Antoine Dupont set to feature at flyhalf following France’s injury concerns in that position.

 

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Bafana Bafana Face Tricky Kenya Test

Closer to home, Bafana Bafana will be looking to continue their positive start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they host Kenya at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Friday night.

South Africa sit at the top of Group D after opening their campaign with victories over Guinea and Eritrea in September.

However, coach Pitso Mosimane has warned his side against underestimating the visitors, pointing to Kenya’s status as one of the hosts of the 2027 tournament.

 

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Proteas Begin Bangladesh Test Series

The Proteas, meanwhile, return to Test cricket on Sunday when they face Bangladesh in the opening match of their World Test Championship series in Johannesburg.

One of the talking points ahead of the series is the availability of fast bowler Anrich Nortje, who sustained a groin injury during the recent home series against Australia.

Head coach Shukri Conrad has indicated that the first Test may come too soon for Nortje, although the injury is not as serious as initially feared.

 

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It is a weekend that offers plenty for South African supporters, with the Springboks and Bafana Bafana in action on Friday before the Proteas get their latest Test campaign underway on Sunday.

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by Karabo Peter

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