Tickets are still up for grabs for the Stormers and other SA franchise clashes against the All Blacks, but fans should buy only through official channels to avoid massive markups. Picture: Henk Kruger / ANA Studio

If you're looking to watch a local franchise take on the All Blacks over the next couple of weeks, these mid-week and weekend clashes remain the most budget-friendly way to catch the New Zealanders in action.

However, it’s crucial to buy exclusively through official channels to avoid steep price markups. Ensure you use the official Springbok ticketing portal (springboks.tmtickets.co.za/Events) to secure your seats.

The tour kicks off on Friday when the All Blacks take on the Stormers in Cape Town, launching a flurry of mid-week and weekend fixtures against South Africa's top franchises. The ABs will then face the Sharks in Durban on August 11 and the Bulls in Pretoria on August 15, before heading to Ellis Park to take on the Lions after a 10-day breather.

Stormers vs All Blacks (DHL Stadium, Cape Town) For this weekend’s match in Cape Town, plenty of tickets remain available starting from R650, predominantly behind the posts. By Tuesday afternoon, a substantial number of side-on seats approaching the halfway line were still up for grabs. However, this category starts at R1,350, so fans will need to budget significantly more for these premium views.