Irish rugby supporters have taken to social media to express outrage over the sky-high ticket prices for Ireland’s upcoming Autumn internationals at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin this November – especially against the world champion Springboks.
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Andy Farrell’s men are set to face Japan (November 8), Australia (November 15), and South Africa (November 22) at home, following a one-off Test against New Zealand in Chicago.
However, a small release of additional tickets by the IRFU this week revealed eye-watering prices that many say exclude average fans.
- 🏉 South Africa – Cheapest ticket: €156.60 (R3 120)
- 🏉 Australia – Cheapest ticket: €126.60 (R2 520)
- 🏉 Japan – Cheapest ticket: €81.60 (R1 625)
“Disgusting” and “Unfair”: Fans React
Many lifelong fans are now calling the pricing “extortion” and accusing the IRFU of prioritising profits over supporters.
“€156 just to watch a rugby match? This isn’t just unfair; it’s extortion,” one fan wrote.
“If the Irish rugby public initiate a collective boycott of this series, then the suits in the IRFU will have absolutely deserved it. Disgusting!”
Another added: “Genuine supporters are being priced out. All about the €€€€, IRFU don’t care about supporters anymore.”
A third fan lamented: “€126 per ticket… then you’ve to get there!! So sad for grassroots fans.”
Big Matches, Bigger Prices
The fixture against reigning world champions South Africa is seen as a premium Test, but even the Japan game – considered the least high-profile of the series – comes with a minimum ticket price of over €80.
No official comment has yet been made by the IRFU regarding the backlash.
Despite the high prices, the clash between Ireland and South Africa is reportedly sold out.
Rassie Erasmus’s team will play five matches on their end of year tour against:
Saturday, 1 November vs Japan, Wembley Stadium, London – 18:10
Saturday, 8 November vs France, Stade de France, Paris – 22:10
Saturday, 15 November vs Italy, Allianz Stadium, Turin – 14:40
Saturday, 22 November vs Ireland, Aviva Stadium, Dublin – 19:40
Saturday, 29 November vs Wales, Principality Stadium, Cardiff – 17:10
