There’s not much better in life than watching live sport – especially a Rugby World Cup final featuring the Springboks.
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But that privilege comes at a price.
A very high price.
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How much would YOU be prepared to fork out to be in the stands at the Stade de France on Saturday, 28 October when the Springboks take on arch-rivals the All Blacks?
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If a graphic currently going viral on social media and WhatsApp groups is to be believed, a single ticket to this weekend’s match will set you back anywhere between R18 550 and a whopping R169 880.
And that doesn’t include flights, accommodation, food and drinks!
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Although witnessing the Springboks win a record fourth World Cup title might well be priceless …
According to the graphic, the cheapest tickets, category 4 in the upper level, cost R18 550 per person.
That ramps up quickly in price, with halfway line tickets setting you back nearly R170 000.
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Category 4/3: Behind Goals Upper/Middle – R26 950
Category 2: Upper/Corner Level – R28 500
Category 2: Lower – R42 650
Category 1: Upper Tier – R46 400
Category 1: Lower Tier – R48 850
Category 1: Longside Middle Corner – R76 450
Category 1: Longside Lower Central Blocks – R97 550
Category 1: Block S14 – R169 880
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For many South Africans, the only option is to watch on television in the comfort of your lounge, at a mates place or at your nearest pub.
Enjoy!
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What is the most you have ever paid – or would pay – to watch a live sporting event?
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