A Historic Showdown and a Holiday Festival to Remember: Toyota Cheetahs vs Georgia, Friday 11 July at Toyota Stadium

BLOEMFONTEIN – Get ready for one of the biggest events of the year as the Toyota Cheetahs throw a massive birthday bash to celebrate 130 years of rugby greatness, and you're invited! On Friday, 11 July, all roads lead to Toyota Stadium, where the Toyota Cheetahs face off against Georgia's national team in a thrilling international clash that's so much more than a game - it's a full-on family rugby festival.

This historic fixture honours Free State Rugby's 130th anniversary, marking over a century of iconic moments, fierce pride, and a legacy that continues to shape South African rugby.

With Georgia set to play the Springboks a week later, this showdown in Bloemfontein promises top-tier action – and it's the perfect warm-up for the Toyota Cheetahs before their Carling Currie Cup campaign kicks off on 27 July in Wellington.

Now's the time to rally behind the Toyota Cheetahs and pack Toyota Stadium.

"This is a great opportunity for us to show how hungry Bloemfontein is for international rugby," says Rory Duncan, CEO of Free State Cheetahs. "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. It's a great day out for the family, and a lot is going on at Toyota Stadium.

But it's not just about rugby – it's a holiday highlight for the whole family! From 15:00, fans can enjoy a full day of entertainment, fun activities, live music, food, and giveaways.

What's Happening on Match Day?

• SA's Biggest Jumping Castle: The Big Bounce is back! Just R40 for kids to bounce non-stop.
• Live Music Line-up: Pre-game vibes with Zaan Sonnekus, post-match party with Biggy and DJ LeGoody at the Castle Deck.
• Castle Lager Special: Buy 4 Castle Lagers for only R130 – so come thirsty!
• Food Truck Fiesta:  Tuck into gourmet street food from an array of local vendors.
• Junior Rugby Matches: Watch the next generation of Cheetahs shine as local Gr R, U.7, and U.9 teams play on the main field.
• Stand a chance to win a Toyota Hilux: This is how it's going to work:
• - Buy your match-day ticket and get entered into the draw.
• - On 10 July, an independent party will draw the names of five lucky fans
  • - At halftime on 11 July, they'll each attempt to kick the ball from 10 meters from the goal posts over the crossbar. If the ball lands directly into the back of the bakkie and remains there, the bakkie is theirs!
  • Terms and Conditions apply – visit www.fscheetahs.co.za for full T's&C's

Grab the Collector's Jersey

Celebrate in style with the limited-edition 130-Year Commemorative Fan Jersey. Get yours for R799 at the Macron shop at Toyota Stadium on Friday, 11 July.

PLUS, keep and show your 11 July match ticket on Saturday, 12 July, for free access to watch the Springboks take on Italy on the big screens at the party area in Toyota Stadium.

There is still time to be part of the action – get your tickets at the ticket office in Toyota Stadium or online at www.ticketpros.co.za

Ticket Prices are R100 for the open stand and R150 for the main stand. It's a steal!

Special Limited-Time Offer:

From 2–4 July only, buy your ticket at the Toyota Stadium ticket office and get a FREE Castle Lager Boktown ticket to watch the Springboks vs Italy screening!