Wales vs South Africa – Rugby World Cup: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream free and teams for semi-final match
WALES take on South Africa as they attempt to reach the Rugby World Cup final for the first time.
Warren Gatland’s men battled their way past France in the quarters to set up this crunch clash against the Springboks, who themselves are on the cusp of a first final in 12 years. England in the final next week awaits the winner.
This is a repeat of the quarter final from 2015 when South Africa knocked out Wales following a dramatic 23-19 triumph.
What time does Wales vs South Africa kick off?
This World Cup semi-final is set for Sunday, October 27.
Kick-off is at 9am UK time – 11am in South Africa and 6pm in Japan.
Wales have won all of their last four meetings with South Africa, with the most recent a 20-11 victory in November 2018.
Which TV channel is Wales vs South Africa on and can I live stream it?
You can catch every moment of this semi-final live on ITV1.
Coverage begins at 7.30am.
If you want to stream, head to either the ITV Hub or TVPlayer.
SuperSport have the Rugby World Cup TV rights in South Africa.
How do I watch Wales vs South Africa for free?
ITV1, the ITV Hub and TV Player are all FREE for UK viewers with a TV licence.
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What is the team news?
WALES were dealt a huge blow when losing Liam Williams to an ankle injury – which will see him miss the final should they make it through.
Leigh Halfpenny steps in at full-back, whilst Jonathan Davies is fit to play despite a late fitness scare.
Wales: Halfpenny; North, J Davies, Parkes, Adams; Biggar, G Davies; Wyn Jones, Owens, Francis, Ball, Alun Wyn Jones (capt), Wainwright, Moriarty, Tipuric.
Replacements: Dee, R Carre, D Lewis, Beard, Shingler, T Williams, Patchell, Watkin.
South Africa: Le Roux; Nkosi, Am, De Allende, Mapimpi; Pollard, De Klerk; Mtawarira, Mbonambi, Malherbe, Etzebeth, De Jager, Kolisi (capt), Du Toit, Vermeulen.
Replacements:Marx, Kitschoff, Koch, Snyman, Mostert, Louw, H Jantjies, Steyn.