…as the Cheetahs mark 130 years with a rugby fiesta

By: Mpho Sekharume

Rugby fans in Bloemfontein will tonight be treated to some international rugby as the Toyota Cheetahs take on Georgia to mark the franchises 130 years celebration.

While this fixture serves a celebration of the Free State franchise’s rich rugby heritage, Georgia on the other hand will use this showdown as preparation for the looming Castle Lager In-bound Series test match against the Springboks on 19 July 2025 at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga.

Cheetahs CEO Rory Duncan says the match will serve as a great opportunity for Bloemfontein rugby fans to show how hungry they are for international rugby.

“This is a great opportunity for us to show how hungry Bloemfontein is for international rugby.” The last time an international rugby match was played at the Toyota was exactly a year ago when the Springboks defeated Portugal 64-21 in a test match. Today rugby fans in Bloemfontein will be treated to thrilling showdown that doubles as celebrations of the rich rugby heritage of the province.

“We want our supporters to come and enjoy the day with their families. A lot is happening at Toyota Stadium on the day, and I believe the Georgia game is a great opportunity to showcase that we can host a world-class event,” Duncan continued.

For those who want to go and watch the match live at the stadium, tickets cost R100 for the open stand and R150 for the main stand. Fans are also urged to keep their matchday tickets for the following day to come enjoy the Springboks vs Italy test match the will be played big screens at the Toyota Stadium.