The All Blacks will play the Springboks in a 2023 pre-Rugby World Cup warm-up match in Twickenham, it has been announced.

The match will take place Aug. 25 at 7: 30 p.m. UK time and will be the first time they've played each other at the stadium since a tense Rugby World Cup 2015 semifinal.

The game will take place just two weeks prior to the kickoff of the 2023 Rugby World Cup and undoubtedly will be one of the most anticipated RWC warmups leading into the flagship tournament. 

It also will provide the RFU with a significant boost to their coffers in a year where November tests will be shelved.

"We're excited to play this vital fixture before the Rugby World Cup at the iconic Twickenham Stadium," said Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber. "There is a large contingent of passionate expats and Springbok supporters in London, and we have no doubt they will come out in numbers and give us a lift, before we attempt to defend our World Cup crown."

South Africa Rugby Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus also spoke to the matchup.

"The Springboks and All Blacks share one of the greatest rivalries in rugby, and to face them at Twickenham will be an exciting experience for the players and our fans. I have no doubt it is going to be an epic encounter."

The players and coaches also noted the value of the opportunity with the prestigious World Cup so close.

"This match will form an important part of our preparations for Rugby World Cup," All Blacks head coach Ian Foster said. "Matches against the Springboks are always hard-fought, and we are expecting nothing less than a titanic battle on this unique occasion."

RFU CEO Bill Sweeney also weighed in on the meeting.

"We are looking forward to welcoming two powerhouses of global rugby," Sweeney said. "Both nations have sizable ex-pat communities in London and beyond, who will no doubt contribute to what is set to be an electric atmosphere at Twickenham Stadium."

Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. local time on Oct. 27 via Ticketmaster and the RFU.