The match officials for the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tests have reportedly been locked in ahead of the blockbuster tour kicking off this week.
According to Rapport, Englishman Matt Carley will take charge of the opening Test between the Springboks and All Blacks at Ellis Park on 22 August.
Georgian Nika Amashukeli is in line for the Cape Town clash a week later, while Australian Angus Gardner will officiate the third Test at FNB Stadium.
England’s Karl Dickson is expected to handle the fourth Test in Baltimore.
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It is understood that the same officials will also oversee the All Blacks’ tour matches against the South African clubs, with Dickson appointed to Friday’s opener against the Stormers in Cape Town.
While World Rugby has yet to confirm the appointments publicly, Rapport says they were circulated to the participating unions before the Nations Championship.
A well-known figure in refereeing circles told the news outlet that the Bok camp is comfortable with the appointments.
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