The second round of the 2025 Round Championship sees Argentina play host to New Zealand once again. The test shifts from Cordoba to Buenos Aires for a rematch this Saturday.
The Los Pumas are usually strong at home, winning three of their last six tests in Argentina, including victories over Australia and South Africa. However, they have struggled at home against New Zealand: the Pumas are on a 15-game winless streak against the All Blacks following the latest 41-22 defeat in Cordoba.
Historically, Argentina has found the All Blacks particularly difficult to beat, winning just 2 of 40 encounters, with one draw, giving them a 5% win rate -- their lowest against any team they've faced at least four times.
On the other hand, New Zealand continued its dominant run this year, winning ten of its eleven tests in 2025 and six of their last seven away matches.
New Zealand neutralised an Argentina attempt for a comeback but quick tries from the likes of Ardie Savea, Cortez Ratima and Sevu Reece sealed a win for the visitors. Their victory, combined with South Africa's shock 38-22 loss at home to Australia, pushed the All Blacks back to the top of the world rankings for the first time in four years.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match and kickoff time.
Argentina vs. New Zealand Rugby live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch the Argentina vs. New Zealand match from the 2025 Rugby Championship in the United Kingdom:
- TV channel: Sky Sports Action
- Live stream: Sky Sports app, NOW
The 2025 Rugby Championship rugby match between New Zealand and South Africa is available on live TV on Sky Sports Action in the United Kingdom. Streaming options are available on Sky Sports app and NOW.
What time does Argentina vs. New Zealand Rugby kick off?
The Argentina vs. New Zealand Rugby Round 2 clash from the 2025 Rugby Championship takes place at Estadio Jose Amalfitani in Buenos Aires, Argentina and kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 23 at 6:10 p.m. local time (ART).
This translates to 10:10 p.m. in the United Kingdom.
Rugby Championship 2025 schedule
All times BST
Saturday, August 16
- South Africa 22 def. by Australia 38 at Johannesburg (4:10 p.m.)
- Argentina 24 def. by New Zealand 41 at Cordoba (10:10 p.m.)
Saturday, August 23
- South Africa vs. Australia at Cape Town (4:10 p.m.)
- Argentina vs. New Zealand at Buenos Aires (10:10 p.m.)
Saturday, September 6
- Australia vs. Argentina at Townsville (5:30 a.m.)
- New Zealand vs. South Africa at Auckland (8:05 a.m.)
Saturday, September 13
- Australia vs. Argentina at Sydney (5:00 a.m.)
- New Zealand vs. South Africa at Wellington (8:05 a.m.)
Saturday, September 27
- New Zealand vs. Australia at Auckland (6:05 a.m.)
- South Africa vs. Argentina at Durban (4:10 p.m.)
Saturday, October 4
- Australia vs. New Zealand at Perth (10:45 a.m.)
- Argentina vs. South Africa at Twickenham (2:00 p.m.)