How much the top Springboks will earn against the All Blacks in 2026
· The South African
The Springboks are set to face the All Blacks in a blockbuster four-match series in 2026, with three Tests scheduled in South Africa before the final clash takes place in Baltimore in the United States.
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This series marks the return of the iconic Springboks-All Blacks tour format for the first time in nearly 30 years, adding even more historic significance to an already fierce rivalry.
Additionally, there is also substantial financial incentive on offer for the players involved.
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As reported on The South African, the Player of National Interest (PONI) policy stipulates that Springboks players will earn approximately R120 000 per Test match they start.
With four Tests on the schedule, players who start all four matches stand to earn around R480 000.
Given the magnitude of the series, head coach Rassie Erasmus is expected to rely heavily on his core group of players, limiting experimentation.
Barring injuries or suspensions, several key figures are likely to start all four Tests, including:
- Ox Nche
- Malcolm Marx
- Eben Etzebeth
- Siya Kolisi
- Pieter-Steph du Toit
- Jasper Wiese
- Kurt-Lee Arendse
- Damian Willemse
- Jesse Kriel
- Cheslin Kolbe
Meanwhile, players such as Wilco Louw, Cobus Reinach and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu are also expected to feature prominently, potentially starting multiple matches.
Wilco Louw emerged as the highest-paid Springboks player during the 2025 Test season, having been selected more frequently than any of his team-mates.
His consistency and importance to the squad were reflected both on the field and in his earnings.
Meanwhile, Reinach delivered one of his finest seasons in the green and gold, defying expectations with standout performances at the age of 35 (now 36) reinforcing his value as an experienced campaigner and very well-rounded option at No 9.
Feinberg-Mngomezulu, on the other hand, continues to rise at an exceptional rate.
Widely regarded as one of the most exciting young talents in both South African and world rugby, he appears poised and ready to step into the role long held by the legendary Handré Pollard.
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While the financial rewards are significant, this series ultimately represents far more.
It is a clash between rugby’s greatest rivals steeped in history, pride, and global significance.
As back-to-back Rugby World Cup champions and reigning Rugby Championship holders, the Springboks will be determined to be on the right side of history when they host New Zealand on home soil.
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