Dayyaan Galiem

South African paceman Anrich Nortje's recurring injury troubles have struck again. A fractured left toe, sustained during training, has ruled him out of the remaining T20 matches and the subsequent ODI series against Pakistan. Nortje's injury, confirmed by scans, comes after a nine-month layoff due to a stress fracture.

Paarl Royals maintained their unbeaten home run in SA20, defeating Durban's Super Giants by six wickets. Pursuing 144, Dayyaan Galiem secured victory with a six off the penultimate delivery. Pretorius and Hermann's 91-run stand was crucial, while superb bowling from Maphaka and Fortuin restricted the Super Giants to 143 for 7.

Paarl Royals secured a convincing eight-wicket victory over Pretoria Capitals in the 12th SA20 match at SuperSport Park. Chasing 213, Joe Root's unbeaten 92 and Rubin Hermann's 56 led the Royals to a strong win. This triumph places them at the top of the points table, preparing to face Joburg Super Kings next.

Paarl Royals' wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik wowed fans with a spectacular one-handed catch to dismiss Azmatullah Omarzai during the SA20 match against MI Cape Town. The dismissal occurred in the fifth over, providing Royals an early breakthrough. Despite Rassie van der Dussen's unbeaten 91, Cape Town managed to score 158 for 4, with Mujeeb Ur Rahman taking two crucial wickets.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape captain Aiden Markram is optimistic about their SA20 Qualifier 2 clash against Paarl Royals, despite their recent strong run. Paarl Royals, despite a rough patch and consecutive defeats, remain hopeful. Both teams aim for a place in the SA20 Final, with strategies focusing on starting strong and leveraging ground familiarity.

MI Cape Town clinched a spot in the SA20 final with a decisive 39-run win over Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1. Kagiso Rabada praised his team's performance and readiness, while the Royals look forward to another chance in Qualifier 2. Dayyaan Galiem acknowledged their shortcomings and remains hopeful for the next match.

Paarl Royals defeated Joburg Super Kings by six wickets, chasing down 147 and topping the table. Key contributions came from bowlers Bjorn Fortuin and Mujeeb Ur Rahman. Despite Jonny Bairstow's effort, JSK struggled. Royals' Fortuin highlighted the importance of experience. JSK coach Stephen Fleming acknowledged their struggles and aimed for better performance ahead.

As the Paarl Royals gear up for the 2025 SA20 season, they aim to capture their maiden title. The team has strengthened their squad with international stars like Dinesh Karthik and Joe Root, despite Jos Buttler's absence. Under David Miller's leadership, the Royals are set to face Sunrisers Eastern Cape in their opening match.

MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals will clash in SA20’s Qualifier 1 at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. Both teams have shown strong performances, winning seven out of ten matches each. Rashid Khan will lead MI Cape Town, while Bjorn Fortuin captains the Royals, aiming for their first final spot.

Dinesh Karthik, part of Paarl Royals, lauded Lhuan-dre Pretorius who has set the ground running with two fifties in three matches while playing his maiden SA20. Karthik also made his presence felt in the win against MI Cape Town with a sensational one-handed catch.

Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje headline the list of players that have checked into the Cricket South Africa (CSA) T20 Challenge bio-secure environment (BSE) in Durban ahead of the competition kick-off on Friday. Rabada reported for duty together with most of the other players, barring those who participated in the three-match Twenty20 International series against Pakistan, on Sunday.

MI Cape Town makes headlines by signing Reeza Hendricks for R4.30 million in the SA20 2025 auction, marking him as the season's most expensive player. The auction concludes with all 19 roster spots filled across six teams, including strategic acquisitions like rookies. The tournament starts January 9 next year, poised for intense competition.

The SA20 franchises have finalised their updated squads ahead of Season 4, with Kane Williamson returning to Durban’s Super Giants and several teams forced into late changes due to international duties and injuries. Defending champions MI Cape Town have made a like-for-like swap, while youth and flexibility dominate squad strategies ahead of the December 26 opener.

Nandre Burger stood out by taking 11 wickets in two Tests, which included a four-wicket haul, five wickets in three T20Is, and one wicket in a solitary T20I, showcasing his effectiveness across formats. He also mentioned that he learned a lot during the course of the series, emphasising the valuable experience gained from playing against a strong team like India.

The SA20 2025 cricket tournament is set to captivate fans with 34 matches featuring six teams. Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape aim for a third consecutive title. The event runs from January 9 to February 8, 2025, in South Africa. Matches will be broadcast in India on Star Sports 2 and available for live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

Dewald Brevis became the costliest player in SA20 history, fetching R16.5 million from Pretoria Capitals after a fierce bidding war. Aiden Markram, a two-time SA20 champion, was acquired by Durban’s Super Giants for R14 million. Veteran Imran Tahir joined Joburg Super Kings, while notable players like Andile Phehlukwayo and Mustafizur Rahman went unsold.

International cricket stars, including Shamar Joseph and Naseem Shah, will feature in the upcoming SA20 auction with nearly 200 players vying for 13 spots across six franchises. Notable names like Martin Guptill and Reeza Hendricks headline the shortlist. The auction airs on October 1, ahead of the tournament starting January 9.

SA20 Season 4 begins on December 26 with marquee names in charge and a clear subtext ahead of the T20 World Cup. The spotlight is firmly on two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape, where Tristan Stubbs steps into the captaincy amid leadership change, uneven recent form and once again renewed emphasis on local talent shaping South Africa’s premier T20 competition.