SA20 Start Date 2025 is confirmed for Friday, December 26, as defending champions MI Cape Town take on Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town. This highly anticipated opener marks the beginning of Season 4 of South Africa’s top T20 cricket league.
With a packed holiday schedule, including Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve, and double-headers, fans in India, South Africa, and globally are set for a thrilling month of cricket. The final is scheduled for January 25, 2026. Here’s a full look at what’s coming in SA20 2025.
SA20 Start Date 2025 Announced
SA20 2025 kicks off on Friday, December 26 with MI Cape Town facing Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands, Cape Town. The season opens during the holiday period, creating a festive atmosphere for fans in South Africa and across the globe.
When does SA20 2025 start?
SA20 Season 4 will begin on December 26, 2025. The opening match features MI Cape Town vs Durban’s Super Giants.
Key Fixtures and Highlights
December 27: The first double-header of the season takes place. Pretoria Capitals take on Joburg Super Kings in Centurion, followed by Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape at Boland Park.
December 28 and 30: Durban’s Kingsmead Stadium hosts MI Cape Town on the 28th and Joburg Super Kings on the 30th.
December 31: New Year’s Eve brings another double-header. Sunrisers Eastern Cape host Paarl Royals in Gqeberha. Later, MI Cape Town plays Pretoria Capitals at Newlands.
January 1, 2026: The New Year begins with Joburg Super Kings vs Durban’s Super Giants at the Wanderers.
January 2: A major Cape derby takes place between Paarl Royals and MI Cape Town at Boland Park. Both teams had unbeaten home records last season.
January 3: Joburg Super Kings face Sunrisers Eastern Cape in Johannesburg. Pretoria Capitals meet Durban’s Super Giants in Centurion.
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SA20 2025 Playoffs and Final Dates
- Qualifier 1: January 21, 2026
- Eliminator: January 22, 2026
- Qualifier 2: January 23, 2026
- Final: January 25, 2026
- Venues will be confirmed later by the league.
What makes SA20 2025 special?
This season includes matches on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day for the first time. The schedule is designed around holidays to maximize viewership. The franchises will finalize their squads during the auction on September 9, 2025.
The SA20 league has also seen a strong following in India. Young South African talents like Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Wiaan Mulder have gained recognition among Indian cricket fans. The organizers are also encouraging Indian fans to travel to South Africa and enjoy live matches.
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What is the SA20 2025 start date?
SA20 Season 4 begins on December 26, 2025, with MI Cape Town playing Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands Stadium.
When is the SA20 2025 final?
The final is scheduled for January 25, 2026. The venue will be announced soon.
Who is playing in the SA20 2025 opening match?
MI Cape Town will play against Durban’s Super Giants in the first match of SA20 2025.
What are the key dates in SA20 2025?
Important dates include Boxing Day (December 26), New Year’s Eve (December 31), New Year’s Day (January 1), and the final on January 25.
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