Toyota Challenge 2024 – Round 3 | Toyota Cheetahs vs Emerging Ireland

In the last round of the 2024 Toyota Challenge, the Toyota Cheetahs will take on Emerging Ireland on Wednesday, 9 October. The match in Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein kicks-off at 19:00 and will be live on SuperSport.

Emerging Ireland was victorious in the two friendly matches against the Pumas and Western Force on 2 and 6 October. In the 2022 Toyota Challenge, Emerging Ireland beat the Toyota Cheetahs and donated their prize money to a charity organization. This time, the two teams will battle it out for an unbelievable R300,000.

R10 000 is up for grabs for the Toyota Challenge Man of the Match, and the “Toyota Legendary Moment” prize of R5 000 will go to the player or group responsible for a magic or turn-around moment in the game. This game is your chance to see the players pouring their hearts out on the field.

Gates open at 17:00, and supporters are encouraged to come early to be part of all the action. This year’s Toyota Challenge is packed with incredible prizes up for grabs, making it a must-attend event for all fans.

Social Media Winner – R10 000

Take a selfie at the Toyota Stadium during the matches with the hashtag #ToyotaChallenge for a chance to win R10 000 in cash at each game (2, 6 and 9 October)! It’s that easy – just be there and share!

Legendary Fan – R10 000

Attend all three matches, and you could win R10 000! Visit the Macron store at the stadium during each game to collect a special sticker for eligibility. Remember to bring your tickets as proof of attendance. A lucky winner’s name will be drawn during the final match on 9 October.

Tickets are only R40 and can be purchased at the Toyota Stadium ticket office or online at www.ticketpros.co.za. Please note that complimentary tickets do not qualify for the fan competitions. 

If you drive a Toyota vehicle and have a match ticket to show at the gate, you can park inside Toyota Stadium in the Toyota Parking area. Entry is only from Att Horal Avenue.  

To ensure the safety of players and officials, Free State Rugby had to install temporary fences to prevent supporters from entering the field directly from the stands. However, supporters can still access the field after the match through the blue gates in the northwestern and southwestern corners and meet the Toyota Cheetah players behind the main stand.

All you have to do to win is be part of the action! Grab your tickets, rally your friends, and join us for an unforgettable experience at the Toyota Challenge! Let’s make some legendary memories together!

Toyota Cheetahs

15.         Michael Annies

14.         Prince Nkabinde

13.         Munier Hartzenberg

12.         Carel-Jan Coetzee

11.         Asanda Kunene

10.         Ethan Wentzel

9.            Rewan Kruger

8.            Friedle Olivier

7.            Siskonke Vumazonke

6.            Gideon Van der Merwe

5.            Victor Sekekete (c)

4.            Carl Wegner

3.            Robert Hunt

2.            Corne Fourie

1.            Schalk Ferreira

16.         Marco Janse van Rensburg

17.         Hencus Van Wyk

18.         Laurence Victor

19.         Ulrich Stander

20.         Neels Volschenk

21.         Jandre Nel

22.         George Lourens

23.         Cohen Jasper

The match official for the game is Stephan Geldenhuys. He will be assited by DJ Hefer and Ashton Ockhuys. The TMO is Hanru van Rooyen.    

Players not available:  

The following players are not eligible for team selection due to injury:  

Cameron Dawson (calf), Louis van der Westhuizen (knee), Daniel Maartens (hand), Jeandre Rudolph (AC joint), Raegan Oranje (knee), Ali Mgijima (jaw), Banie Britz (arm), Banele Mthenjane (hamstring), James Verity-Amm (knee), Oupa Mohoje (knee), Jooste Nel (shoulder) and Aidon Davis (allergic reaction) and Vernon Paulo (foot).