The Anzac Day Classic Rugby Match
Taranaki Like No Other presents The Anzac Day Classic Rugby Match.
Former All Blacks and Wallabies will clash in a blockbuster showdown at Stadium Taranaki for the ANZAC Day Classic on Saturday 25 April 2026, kick-off at 2.35pm.
Expect an epic blast from the past, when home-side heroes Chris Masoe, Nehe Milner-Skudder, and Jason Eaton line up against Australian greats Radike Samo, Wycliff Palu and Andrew Walker, under the coaching guidance of legendary winger David Campese. The full lineup of legends will be announced soon.
Tickets on sale now.
KEY TIMES
1.00pm | Gates open.
Family activation zone opens at Northern end of Fisher Funds stand.
Player meet-&-greets before 1.30pm; live music, lawn games and more.
1.30pm | Ripper rugby curtain raiser
2.30pm | ANZAC Commemorations begin
2.35pm | The Classics v Classic Australia kick-off
Please note: if wet, the family activation zone may shift to the concourse area in the TSB Stand.
Due to the popularity of this event, parking will be in high demand. We encourage attendees to plan ahead, get dropped off or consider alternative transport.
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES:
Maratahu Street will be partially closed to traffic from 12.30pm to 5.00pm. Resident access will be maintained with a residents pass only (these have been distributed to residents located in road closure areas).
