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Watch VideoWhere are the Black African cricketers in SA20?

There were a total of 10 black African players selected across the six squads in the competition which concluded earlier this month.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

SA20 2025 All-Stars: the ultimate XI that dominated Season 3

From 18-year-old sensation Lhuan-dre Pretorius to England's Joe Root, discover the standout performers who made the SA20 2025 Team of the Tournament. Featuring a perfect blend of emerging talent and established stars, this elite XI showcases the best of domestic and international cricket talent.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Coach Rob Walter wants to see ‘X-factor’ from new Proteas as injuries pile up

Proteas white-ball coach Rob Walter has selected six uncapped players for the ODI Tri-Series against Pakistan and New Zealand, ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

SA20: Who has been hot and not in Season 3

As the SA20 cricket tournament heads into its playoff stages, MI Cape Town's remarkable turnaround and Paarl Royals' impressive performance set the stage for an exciting Qualifier 1 showdown. From Marco Jansen's bowling brilliance to Rilee Rossouw's struggles, we analyse the standout performers and disappointments of the league stage.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

MI Cape Town’s fringe demolishes Capitals

MI Cape Town's bold strategy to field seven new players pays off spectacularly as they demolish Pretoria Capitals by 95 runs at Newlands, with youngsters Sediqullah Atal and Connor Esterhuizen starring in a commanding performance ahead of the play-offs.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoJonathan Trott not holding punches about Pretoria Capitals’ problematic capitulation

Pretoria Capitals were eliminated from playoff contention with one group game remaining, and it meant their final group fixture against table-toppers MI Cape Town was reduced to a dead rubber.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Dewald Brevis just ‘staying in the moment’ for MI Cape Town in SA20

MI Cape Town batter Dewald Brevis said that he just focused on playing to his strengths and when he tried to go big, Reeza Hendricks was there to keep him composed and vice versa.

Sport Cricket
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoIs SuperSport Park the best cricket ground in SA20?

The life of a sports journalist is something one can take for granted after 15 years in the job, but this week during an SA20 match at SuperSport Park, IOL Sport's Michael Sherman was reminded what a privilege watching cricket for a living is.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Corbin Bosch living the dream with MI Cape Town in the SA20

MI Cape Town all-rounder Corbin Bosch expects a heated reception when he returns to Pretoria for Friday’s SA20 clash against the Capitals.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

‘Bowl as quick as you can’ paid off for Pretoria Capitals paceman Gideon Peters

Gideon Peters lauded Pretoria Capitals captain Kyle Verreynne and his vice Will Jacks for their calming words on what was a big occasion for the quick.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Inside the ropes: Life of a cricket writer in the SA20

SuperSport Park in Centurion, offers one of the best views for journalists covering a game in their media centre, writes IOL Sport's Michael Sherman.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoVerreynne praises ‘ruthless’ Pretoria Capitals in win over Joburg Super Kings

Kyle Verreynne said the new changes brought some hunger to the team as the Pretoria Capitals claimed the honours in a SA20 Gauteng derby against the Joburg Super Kings.

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Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoKyle Verreynne hoping smiles will be the key to making SA20 playoffs

The victory meant the fifth-placed Pretoria Capitals pulled within a point of the 15 of Joburg Super Kings, with two group games remaining for both sides in the SA20.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Pretoria Capitals brush aside Joburg Super Kings to keep playoff hopes alive

In a must-win match, Pretoria Capitals defeated Joburg Super Kings by six wickets, keeping their playoff dreams alive and putting pressure on rival teams.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Sipamla and Viljoen keeping Super Kings in field of play

Lutho Sipamla and Hardus Viljoen's outstanding performances have propelled the Joburg Super Kings closer to the SA20 knockout stage, showcasing their resilience amid injuries.

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Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoDavid Miller’s Paarl Royals show they have the bottle to ‘chase’ down SA20 title

Discover how Paarl Royals have transformed their game in the SA20, showcasing remarkable performances and young talent.

Sport Cricket Domestic
John Goliath|Published

Crunch time now for Pretoria Capitals in SA20, says Jonathan Trott

The Pretoria Capitals are winless in three SA20 matches, and are currently second from bottom with nine points ahead of Saturday’s away clash against Paarl Royals.

Sport Cricket
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Capitals face tough test against defending champions in Gqeberha

PRETORIA Capitals look to revive their campaign against the Sunrisers Eastern Cape after two consecutive losses, facing a critical juncture in their quest for knockout qualification.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Rain ruins Wanderers clash as Kyle Verreynne top-scores for Pretoria Capitals against Joburg Super Kings

The Pretoria Capitals will be happier of the two sides about the result, as they would have never anticipated the Joburg Super Kings spin examination, which they failed emphatically.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Joburg Super Kings’ Imran Tahir still loving his time in ‘Never Neverland’ at 45

Former Proteas spinner Imran Tahir may be 45 years old, but he is still producing performances befitting a teenager for the Joburg Super Kings in the SA20.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

Aiden Markram won’t blame toss as Pretoria Capitals add to Sunrisers’ SA20 gloom

Sunrisers Eastern Cape captain Aiden Markram said his team will ‘never throw the towel in’ despite going down to the Pretoria Capitals at Centurion in their third SA20 loss.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Anrich Nortjé wants ‘winning to become a habit’ for Pretoria Capitals in SA20

In what will be the repeat of the 2023 SA20 final, both the Pretoria Capitals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape will be desperate for a win as they are yet to register victories this season.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Obakeng Meletse|Published

From Pretorius to Maphaka: Young guns who are lighting up the SA20

FROM the very first season, the SA20 has helped to accelerate South African talent, and boy did the youngsters respond well in the league’s opening week in the ongoing third season.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Durban fight like Super Giants to snatch SA20 thriller against Pretoria Capitals

Naveen-ul-Haq held his nerve to defend 14 runs off the final over and clinch a dramatic SA20 victory for Durban’s Super Giants over Pretoria Capitals at Kingsmead on Friday night.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Durban’s Super Giants skipper Keshav Maharaj excited to ‘dive into’ Kane Williamson’s insights

Durban’s Super Giants captain Keshav Maharaj is elated with the fact that former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson will now form part of his team’s quest to claim a first SA20 title.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published