James Doleman to referee South Africa vs England in Johannesburg
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
James Doleman will referee the match between South Africa and England this weekend in Johannesburg. Doleman, born in Tauranga, New Zealand, became a professional referee in 2020 and officiated his first Six Nations match in 2021. He previously handled the final of the 2019 World Rugby U20 Championship. His officiating team includes Andrew Brace and Pierre Brousset as assistant referees, with Richard Kelly serving as the Television Match Official. The match marks the opening weekend of rugby’s new Nations Championship.
- •Doleman officiates South Africa vs England on July 4, 2026.
- •He has refereed international matches since 2021.
- •Doleman refed the 2019 World Rugby U20 Championship final.
- •Andrew Brace and Pierre Brousset serve as assistant referees.
- •Richard Kelly is the Television Match Official for the match.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — South Africa vs England referee: Who is James Doleman?
"Doleman will take charge of the fixture in Johannesburg
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