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Where 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.
‘It’s not rocket science’ … How Robin Peterson turned basement dwellers MI Cape Town into SA20 champions
MI Cape Town finished last in the group stages of the SA20 in the first two editions, and simply making the play-offs would have been huge progress.
Graeme Smith sings praises of SA20 as the big money-spinner for CSA
A total of 17 of the 34 matches in the SA20 were sold out, and there was increased interest in the rivalries between the franchises.
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.
Sunrisers’ quest for hat-trick falls short in final
Despite a remarkable recovery from three opening losses, Sunrisers Eastern Cape's dream of securing a third consecutive SA20 trophy was dashed by MI Cape Town in the final. Coach Adrian Birrell reflects on their resilient journey and the end of their championship streak.
Five takeaways from SA20 final: Kagiso Rabada’s stellar performance leads MI Cape Town to glory
Kagiso Rabada's exceptional bowling performance helped MI Cape Town secure their first SA20 trophy at the Wanderers Stadium, showcasing his dominance with figures of 4/25.
MI Cape Town dethrone Sunrisers Eastern Cape with flawless performance in SA20 final
MI Cape Town triumphed over Sunrisers Eastern Cape to secure their first Betway SA20 title, showcasing a dominant performance led by Kagiso Rabada's exceptional bowling.
Super Saturday: A packed day of South African sporting action
From a fierce North-South rugby derby to a championship-deciding football clash, followed by explosive SA20 cricket action and topped off with a UFC title defence, this Saturday promises to be an unforgettable day for South African sports fans. Olympic champion Tatyana Smith shares her thoughts on this action-packed weekend.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape SA20 three-peat still alive as they flush Paarl Royals
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have risen up when it matters most over the past two nights, beating Joburg Super Kings and Paarl Royals to reach the SA20 final.
Aiden Markram’s captain’s knock sees Sunrisers Eastern Cape send Joburg Super Kings packing in SA20
Sunrisers Eastern Cape lived to fight another day in defence of their SA20 title by beating Joburg Super Kings in Centurion on Wednesday to advance to the Qualifier 2 on Thursday.
Pressure a ‘privilege’ says Du Plessis ahead of crucial SA20 eliminator
Joburg Super Kings captain Faf du Plessis embraces the pressure of tonight's SA20 eliminator against Sunrisers Eastern Cape, despite facing injury concerns with Donovan Ferreira joining their growing list of sidelined players. The match at SuperSport Park will determine which team advances to tomorrow's second qualifier.
Injury challenges for JSK ahead of SA20 eliminator
Tonight, SuperSport Park hosts the SA20 Eliminator between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Joburg Super Kings, with both teams facing high stakes and injury challenges.
Markram wants Sunrisers’ batters to give bowlers ‘something to work with’ against Joburg
It is slightly perturbing that even at this late stage of the competition that the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s top-order continue to misfire in the SA20.
Sunrisers will scrap to defend their SA20 title, says Markram
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have been inconsistent in this season’s SA20 and they feel now is the time to find their form in the play-offs.
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.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape too good for Paarl Royals
Paarl Royals were bowled out for just 100 runs as the Sunrisers Eastern Cape reigned supreme in the SA20 at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Saturday.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape must adapt to tough wickets, says David Bedingham
SA20 champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape have gone on a run of two matches without a win, failing to back up their fight-back that saw them return to form with four consecutive wins.
MI Cape Town book first-ever SA20 playoff spot with 10-wicket demolition of Sunrisers Eastern Cape
MI Cape Town were simply better than Sunrisers Eastern Cape in all three departments at Newlands on Wednesday evening to secure their place in the SA20 playoffs.
Sunrisers need to axe Crawley and unleash the ‘Bulldog’
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have struggled for starts at the top of the order during SA20 due to opener Zak Crawley’s poor form.
Five standout players of the SA20, so far …
As it stands, the Paarl Royals top the table with 24 points from seven matches courtesy of their six wins, and a number of their players have been top contributors in the batting and bowling charts,
Super Kings bounce back with stunning victory
Devon Conway's unbeaten half-century leads the Joburg Super Kings to a stunning nine-wicket victory over the Sunrisers Eastern Cape, reversing their recent fortunes.
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.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape star Marco Jansen: It’s the best I have felt confidence-wise
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape will be enjoying their rise back to the top after a shaky start to the SA20, and they will hope to keep going against the Joburg Super Kings on Friday.
WATCH: Shamsi and the JSK boys are ‘NSYNC’ to smash out some new SA20 hits
Tabraiz Shamsi has joined up with all his former teammates at Joburg Super Kings after being traded by the Paarl Royals in the SA20.
Sunrisers’ trio light up St George’s Park once again
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape are starting to show the type of form that has earned them consecutive SA20 titles with a convincing victory over Pretoria Capitals.