Argentina is set to host New Zealand for the 2025 Rugby Championship starting this Saturday at the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Córdoba.
The Los Pumas have struggled historically against the All Blacks, winning just 2 of 39 encounters, with one draw, giving them a 5% win rate — their lowest against any team they’ve faced at least four times.
However, the Los Pumas are strong at home, winning three of their last five tests in Argentina, including victories over Australia and South Africa. They are also well-prepared with four Tests in 2025: winning against the British & Irish Lions and Uruguay but losing twice to England at home.
On the other hand, New Zealand are expected to dominate once again after winning nine of their ten tests in 2025. The All Blacks have won nine of their ten tests in 2025 and five of their last six away matches.
Captain Scott Barrett returns from injury to start at lock, one of nine changes to the side that beat France in Hamilton last month. Tupou Vaa’i also comes back from injury to play blindside.
Meanwhile, Ardie Savea will celebrate his 100th match milestone and 98th Test for New Zealand as the All Blacks aim to claim the first of two clashes in Argentina.
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 All Blacks Rugby live stream, TV channel
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: Flo Rugby
The Argentina vs. New Zealand All Blacks match from the 2025 Rugby Championship can be streamed in the U.S. on Flo Rugby.
What time does Argentina vs. New Zealand Rugby kick off?
The Argentina vs. New Zealand Rugby clash takes place at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Córdoba, Argentina and kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 16 at 6:10 p.m. local time (ART)
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
DateKickoff timeEastern TimeSat, Aug. 165:10 p.m.Central TimeSat, Aug. 164:10 p.m. Mountain TimeSat, Aug. 163:10 p.m.Pacific TimeSat, Aug. 162:10 p.m.Rugby Championship 2025 schedule
All times ET
Saturday, August 16
South Africa vs. Australia at Johannesburg (11:10 a.m.)Argentina vs. New Zealand at Cordoba (5:10 p.m.)
Saturday, August 23
South Africa vs. Australia at Cape Town (11:10 a.m.)Argentina vs. New Zealand at Buenos Aires (5:10 p.m.)
Saturday, September 6
Australia vs. Argentina at Townsville (12:30 a.m.)New Zealand vs. South Africa at Auckland (3:05 a.m.)
Saturday, September 13
Australia vs. Argentina at Sydney (12:00 a.m.)New Zealand vs. South Africa at Wellington (3:05 a.m.)
Saturday, September 27
New Zealand vs. Australia at Auckland (1:05 a.m.)South Africa vs. Argentina at Durban (11:10 a.m.)
Saturday, October 4
Australia vs. New Zealand at Perth (5:45 a.m.)Argentina vs. South Africa at Twickenham (9:00 a.m.)