The SABC has confirmed that the they will not broadcast the upcoming Springbok Tests against the British and Irish Lions. However, SABC general manager Gary Rathbone revealed that SuperSport did table an offer but opted not to sign the deal. SABC general manager Gary Rathbone told Sport24 they worked hard to strike a deal with SuperSport to broadcast the matches to millions of South Africans. SABC would also have to televise the games at a delayed time after the final whistle. Another 'Heineken deal' could workRathbone also said they could even outsource help - as was the case when Heineken broadcast the 2019 Rugby World Cup final between the Springboks and England.

Source: News 24 July 20, 2021 14:48 UTC