The wait is finally over as cricket fever grips the nation today for the launch of Betway SA20 Season 4.
The first ball is set for 5:30pm (SA time), with a capacity crowd expected to create a vibrant atmosphere at the foot of Table Mountain.
The tournament officially kicks off this afternoon at the iconic Newlands Cricket Ground, where defending champions MI Cape Town face off against Durban’s Super Giants in a blockbuster festive opener.
Afghanistan’s legendary allrounder, Rashid Khan, will lead the defending champions onto the field as they look to become back-to-back winners.
However, with every team in the league strengthening significantly during the off-season, the competition for the crown has never been more intense, with all six teams poised to challenge.
Proteas star Aiden Markram takes the helm at Durban’s Super Giants, while Faf du Plessis captains Joburg Super Kings.
Defending champions MI Cape Town will be led by Khan, while big hitter David Miller captains Paarl Royals, and spin king Keshav Maharaj leads the Pretoria Capitals.
Meanwhile, Tristan Stubbs and his troops will hope to go one further than last season and claim the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s third SA20 trophy in four seasons.
All Access
Ensuring that the majority of South Africans can view their favourite global cricket superstars on SuperSport, six Betway SA20 round robin matches will be available to DStv Access subscribers.
DStv subscribers will already enjoy the benefit of the ongoing Upsize campaign, which means they get upgraded up to the next level of their subscription package until the end of January 2025. This means DStv Access subscribers will enjoy DStv Compact benefits, while Compact subscribers get Premium viewing action. Premium subscribers double their streaming device allocation from two to four during the same period.
Betway SA20 Matches available on DStv Access:
Sat 27 December (all times SA, on SS Cricket, SS Variety 4 and SS Grandstand)
1pm - Pretoria Capitals v Joburg Super Kings
Sun 28 December
3:30pm - Durban Super Giants v MI Cape Town
Fri 2 January
5:30pm - Paarl Royals v MI Cape Town
Sun 11 January
3:30pm - Sunrisers EC v Durban Super Giants
Fri 16 January
5:30pm - MI Cape Town v Sunrisers EC
Sat 17 January
5:30pm - Joburg Super Kings v Pretoria Capitals
Unmatched Coverage on SuperSport
SuperSport is gearing up to deliver its most comprehensive and electric cricket experience yet.
Viewers can look forward to world-class analysis as cricketing legends Dale Steyn and Eoin Morgan join the broadcast team for the duration of the tournament.
“It is incredibly exciting that today, Friday 26 December, one of the most prestigious T20 cricket leagues in the world kicks off right here in South Africa,” said Rendani Ramovha, CANAL+ Director: Content, Sport (English & Portuguese-speaking Africa).
“The Betway SA20 has grown into a global powerhouse, and this season feels more competitive than ever. Sports lovers can look forward to the very best in T20 cricket, featuring a blend of international icons and rising local stars.
“SuperSport is proud to provide unmatched coverage for fans to follow every moment of the action. Whether you are at home or on the move, we are ensuring that every boundary, wicket, and celebration is brought to you with the highest production quality and passion that the Betway SA20 deserves.”
SuperSport will bring state-of-the-art graphics, ball-by-ball commentary in multiple languages, as well as expert analysis from some of the best ball-strikers and bowlers of the past from all over the world.
Debutants such as ICC Cricket World Cup-winning former England captain, Eoin Morgan, and former Proteas speedster Dale Steyn headline this year’s panel of experts.
Fan favourites such as KP Pietersen, AB de Villiers, Ashwell Prince, Makhaya Ntini, JP Duminy, Vernon Philander and Chris Morris will sit alongside Mpumelelo “Pommie” Mbangwa, Natalie Germanos, Kass Naidoo and Mark Butcher, among many other anchors and presenters.
A Platform for Excellence
League Commissioner Graeme Smith believes the leagues success is built on the fusion of world-class international talent and the rapid development of homegrown players.
“I’m very excited. I think from our perspective, it has been three great seasons building up to where we are now,” said Smith.
“We’re starting to see an influx of talent performing well. It's an incredible opportunity for those youngsters to be exposed to the quality of the game, to learn and to use the League as a platform.”
“It’s not just the 15 players that play for South Africa in the year, but another 60-odd players that have developed.”
How to Watch
The fourth edition runs from 26 December 2025 to 25 January 2026, featuring one game every day plus epic double-headers.
Live Broadcast: Every game is live on DStv Premium on the SS Cricket, Cricket Africa, and Grandstand channels.
Build-up: Coverage begins at 12:30 PM for afternoon games and an hour before the evening starts.
Commentary: Available in English, isiXhosa, and Afrikaans.
Highlights: Full match packages will be available on DStv CatchUp.
Tickets for all matches are available at www.SA20.co.za and stadium ticket offices.
Catch all the thrilling action from the SA20 live on SuperSport, Your World of Champions. For full fixture information, check your DStv Guide or visit SuperSport.com.