What Happened
The venues for the Nations Championship matches scheduled for July have been confirmed, marking the commencement of the Southern Series. Notably, some of Fiji’s ‘home’ games will take place in Cardiff, Liverpool, and Edinburgh, rather than in the southern hemisphere.
The tournament promises a thrilling start as top international rugby teams and elite players prepare to kick off their campaigns across iconic global venues. The matches will span three consecutive weekends, featuring a lineup of highly anticipated clashes.
Why It Matters
The inaugural fixture of the Nations Championship will occur at a new state-of-the-art stadium in Christchurch, New Zealand, where the All Blacks will face France. This match is significant as it not only highlights the fierce rivalry between the two teams but also marks the first international rugby event hosted at this landmark venue.
Furthermore, the championship will include matches at renowned stadiums such as Ellis Park in Johannesburg, Allianz Stadium in Sydney, and Eden Park in Auckland, enhancing the tournament’s prestige and global reach.
