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Time Out
7 days ago
- Sport
- Time Out
Cape Town, are you ready for SA20?
Cape Town might be firmly in the grip of winter, but the first hint of summer has arrived with the unveiling of the fixture list for the fourth season of the Betway SA20 tournament. Betway SA20 is South Africa's premier 20-over cricket league, featuring six all-star teams competing for the title. In 2025, MI Cape Town (whoop whoop!) emerged victorious over Sunrisers Eastern Cape, and this year, we're betting that our local boys will bring the goods to hold on to the trophy. But whoever takes the title, the real winners are the thousands of fans who are in for a treat. And there's good news for local cricket lovers, with at least 10 of the 34 games set to be played at Cape Town or Boland Stadium. And while the cricket is electric, the event itself is always a blast, with action on the pitch and plenty of entertainment beyond the boundaries. Think live DJs spinning tunes, fireworks for when the wickets fall, and the chance to win big by taking a one-handed catch. "Season 4 of Betway SA20 will be unique," League Commissioner Graeme Smith said. "We've carefully planned the fixtures to make the most of the festive season and school holidays, we want SA20 to be part of the holiday season festivities in our once-off window for this year. Season four of the Betway SA20 tournament begins a little earlier than last year, with defending champions MI Cape Town hosting Durban's Super Giants for a festive event at Newlands on Boxing Day, Friday 26 December 2025. The very next day, Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape will face off at Boland Park in Paarl in what promises to be a thrilling clash. But, we're not done! Settle in for a pre-New Year's celebration at Newlands as MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals take to the pitch at 5.30pm on New Year's Eve, 31 December. You'll then have one day to recover before a rocking 'Tweede Nuwe Jaar' rolls into Boland Park for an all-Cape derby between Paarl Royals and MI Cape Town on 2 January 2026. All eyes are then on the finals, which will take place on January 25. Venues for the Final and the Playoffs will be confirmed at a later date. And don't forget: if you want access to cheaper prices and the best seats before tickets go on sale to the general public, register for the Season 4 pre-sale over here. Tickets to all Group Stage matches as well as the Playoffs and Final will be available during the pre-sale window, which will open on September 17 and close on October 9.
IOL News
24-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
COMMENT: Kwena Maphaka hasn't quite lived up to expectations . . . but time still is on his side
FILE - Proteas starlet Kwena Maphaka hasn't quite been at his best during the current tour of Zimbabwe. Since that day, however, the fast bowler has yet to light up the international scene. The 19-year-old earned his maiden international cap in the Caribbean last year, becoming the youngest Proteas player in history. Maphaka was certainly a standout player at the U19 level and in domestic cricket, as his sheer pace proved too much for opposition batters. However, the same cannot be said about his impact in international cricket and his maiden SA20 season with the Paarl Royals. While youngsters such as Lhuan-dre Pretorius have stolen the show since getting a taste of international cricket against Zimbabwe over the last month, left-arm fast bowler Kwena Maphaka is yet to fire on all cylinders. But the youngster still has plenty of time to acclimatise, having only accumulated in 11 international caps across the three formats, where he averages 56 in his two Tests, 24 in ODIs and 45 in the shortest format of the game. Perhaps because Pretorius, his SA U19 teammate, has set the world alight since making his Proteas debut, there are growing concerns over the quiet start that Maphaka has had at the highest level. In the ongoing Tri-Nations series in Zimbabwe, the youngster has played two out of the four games the Proteas have played, taking a two-wicket haul in one match while going wicketless in the other. While he finds his feet in international cricket, Rubin Hermann, Senuran Muthusamy and Dewald Brevis, another set of newbies in international cricket, have been impressive in Zimbabwe. As a top-order batter, Hermann has certainly given coach Shukri Conrad something to think about going into the Australia white-ball tour next month. Spin-bowling all-rounder Muthusamy and middle-order batter Bevis have had the same impact in their respective roles. In Maphaka's case, he is yet to make a strong enough case for a spot in the full-strength squad that will most likely be selected to travel to Australia next month. After all, the Proteas have a long list of fast bowlers, and two of them, Marco Jansen and Nandre Burger, can certainly rank it up to the 145 kph mark, just like Maphaka. As things stand, it is more likely that the youngster will be allowed back to domestic cricket to work on his game, particularly his consistency. The Proteas are scheduled to play New Zealand in the final of the Tri-Nations series in Harare on Saturday, and Maphaka could get an opportunity to further showcase his skills.
IOL News
14-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
TOSS: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Corbin Bosch and Rubin Hermann to make Proteas T20I debuts
Paarl Royals top-order batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius is set to make his Proteas T2OI debut against Zimbabwe today. Picture: Sportzpics Image: Sportzpics The Proteas will field a trio of debutants in today's T20I Tri-Series opener against Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club after stand-in captain Rassie van der Dussen won the toss and elected to bowl first. Paarl Royals duo Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Rubin Hermann will make the T20I bow along with MI Cape Town allrounder Corbin Bosch. Both Pretorius and Hermann excelled in last year's SA20 with Pretorius finishing as the competition's leading run-scorer. Hermann finished fifth. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ There is also a recall for Bosch's MI Cape Town teammate Dewald Brevis after the 22-year-old enjoyed outstanding IPL and SA20 seasons. "Preparation has been great, we have been enjoying it here (in Harare). The team is fresh, lot of new guys here and they have brought in a lot of energy," Brevis said. "It remains the same - just keep it simple and not worrying about hitting in the air. It (Test cricket) made your base even stronger, power and everything comes from there, so just to watch it (the ball) and see where it goes from there. "Very close to my heart to represent South Africa here, so it is really special. Nice to know that we are going to play NZ as well, makes it more competitive, like a little tournament and super excited." Proteas coach Shukri Conrad, who will be overseeing the T20I side for the first time since being appointed all-format coach back in May, will also be keeping a close eye on the return of fast bowler Nandre Burger after injury. Burger has only returned to fitness by playing Major League Cricket in the United States of America. PROTEAS STARTING XI Lhuan-dre Pretorius*, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen (captain), Rubin Hermann*, Dewald Brevis, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Andile Simelane, Nqaba Peter, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.
NDTV
09-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
SA20 Announces Season 4 Fixtures: Defending Champions MI Cape Town Face Durban's Super Giants In Opener
Defending champions MI Cape Town get their title defence underway with a blockbuster clash against Durban's Super Giants on Friday, December 26, 2025 at the picturesque Newlands, as SA20 announced its fixtures for Season 4 today. South Africa's premier franchise T20 league will usher in the holiday season with a bumper Boxing Day opener, promising high-octane action that's set to thrill fans across India, South Africa, and around the world. December 27, Saturday, marks the first double-header of Season 4, with Centurion hosting a special derby between Pretoria Capitals and Joburg Super Kings while Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape clash at Boland Park in Paarl. Kingsmead, home of Durban's Super Giants, will be a hive of activity in the week leading up to the New Year with the east coast venue welcoming both MI Cape Town (December 28) and Joburg Super Kings (30 December) within the space of a couple of days. Fans will have the opportunity to toast in the New Year in style with another cracking double-header set for Gqeberha and Cape Town on December 31, 2025. Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape will welcome the Paarl Royals at an always-jovial St. George's Park, with the excitement building up for MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals at Newlands later in the day (2100 hrs IST). The festivities will continue on New Year's Day when Joburg Super Kings and Durban's Super Giants look to start 2026 on a high note at the Wanderers. "Announcing the fixtures is always a major milestone for us and signals that we are well on our way to another incredible season. Season 4 of the SA20 will be unique. We have carefully planned the fixtures to make the most of the festive season and school holidays. We want SA20 to be a part of the holiday season festivities in our once-off window for this year. We're also excited to host New Year's Eve and New Year's Day fixtures for the first time, we can't wait to be a part of the New Year's celebrations with the fans," *League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said*. *Elaborating on the reception SA20 has received in India, he explained*, "It's been phenomenal to witness how SA20 has struck a chord with fans in a vibrant cricket market like India. What's truly heart-warming is seeing Indian fans follow emerging SA20 talents like Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, and many others who've honed their skills in the competition. India remains a key market for SA20, and we'd love to see more fans travel to South Africa for the matches. They certainly won't be disappointed." "The franchises are hard at work behind the scenes strategizing around their squads which will be confirmed at the auction on September 9. It's all systems go to welcome the best international and local players to our stage." The action continues on January 2nd, 2026, which will be celebrated in style at Boland Park with a mouth-watering Cape derby between Paarl Royals and neighbours MI Cape Town. Paarl Royals will be looking to continue their impressive record at home, after winning all five of their home matches last season. Incredibly, MI Cape Town achieved the same feat at Newlands in the same season. The SA20 carnival moves up north to the Highveld for a "Super Saturday" double bout on 3 January when Joburg Super Kings and Sunrisers Eastern Cape trade punches at the Wanderers before Pretoria Capitals and Durban's Super Giants go head-to-head at Centurion. The Final of the competition will take place on 25 January, with Qualifier 1 scheduled for January 21, the Eliminator on January 22 and Qualifier 2 on January 23. Venues for the Final and the Playoffs will be confirmed on a later date.
NDTV
09-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
SA20 Season 4 Fixtures Announced, Defending Champions MI Cape Town To Face Durban's Super Giants In Boxing Day Opener
Defending champions MI Cape Town get their title defence underway with a blockbuster clash against Durban's Super Giants on Friday, December 26, 2025 at the picturesque Newlands, as SA20 announced its fixtures for Season 4 today. South Africa's premier franchise T20 league will usher in the holiday season with a bumper Boxing Day opener, promising high-octane action that's set to thrill fans across India, South Africa, and around the world. December 27, Saturday, marks the first double-header of Season 4, with Centurion hosting a special derby between Pretoria Capitals and Joburg Super Kings while Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape clash at Boland Park in Paarl. Kingsmead, home of Durban's Super Giants, will be a hive of activity in the week leading up to the New Year with the east coast venue welcoming both MI Cape Town (December 28) and Joburg Super Kings (30 December) within the space of a couple of days. Fans will have the opportunity to toast in the New Year in style with another cracking double-header set for Gqeberha and Cape Town on December 31, 2025. Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape will welcome the Paarl Royals at an always-jovial St. George's Park, with the excitement building up for MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals at Newlands later in the day (2100 hrs IST). The festivities will continue on New Year's Day when Joburg Super Kings and Durban's Super Giants look to start 2026 on a high note at the Wanderers. 'Announcing the fixtures is always a major milestone for us and signals that we are well on our way to another incredible season. Season 4 of the SA20 will be unique. We have carefully planned the fixtures to make the most of the festive season and school holidays. We want SA20 to be a part of the holiday season festivities in our once-off window for this year. We're also excited to host New Year's Eve and New Year's Day fixtures for the first time, we can't wait to be a part of the New Year's celebrations with the fans,' League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said. Elaborating on the reception SA20 has received in India, he explained, 'It's been phenomenal to witness how SA20 has struck a chord with fans in a vibrant cricket market like India. What's truly heart-warming is seeing Indian fans follow emerging SA20 talents like Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, and many others who've honed their skills in the competition. India remains a key market for SA20, and we'd love to see more fans travel to South Africa for the matches. They certainly won't be disappointed.' 'The franchises are hard at work behind the scenes strategizing around their squads which will be confirmed at the auction on September 9. It's all systems go to welcome the best international and local players to our stage.' The action continues on January 2nd, 2026, which will be celebrated in style at Boland Park with a mouth-watering Cape derby between Paarl Royals and neighbours MI Cape Town. Paarl Royals will be looking to continue their impressive record at home, after winning all five of their home matches last season. Incredibly, MI Cape Town achieved the same feat at Newlands in the same season. The SA20 carnival moves up north to the Highveld for a 'Super Saturday' double bout on 3 January when Joburg Super Kings and Sunrisers Eastern Cape trade punches at the Wanderers before Pretoria Capitals and Durban's Super Giants go head-to-head at Centurion. The Final of the competition will take place on 25 January, with Qualifier 1 scheduled for January 21, the Eliminator on January 22 and Qualifier 2 on January 23. Venues for the Final and the Playoffs will be confirmed on a later date.
