Marques Ackerman

Durban’s Super Giants kept their SA20 playoff hopes alive with a thrilling two-wicket victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape after a roller-coaster chase at St George’s Park, highlighted by Aiden Markram’s brisk start and a nerveless finish from Evan Jones.

Pretoria Capitals, the 2023 SA20 finalists, aim for a comeback in 2025 with new captain Rilee Rossouw and head coach Jonathan Trott. Key additions, including Liam Livingstone and Evin Lewis, bolster the squad. After a disappointing 2024 season, the team aims to reclaim its form, starting against Durban's Super Giants on 10 January.

Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep, along with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, utilised favourable conditions on Day 2 of the India 'A' red-ball game against South Africa 'A'. Visiting skipper Marques Ackerman's attacking century of 134 challenged the bowlers, but India 'A' secured a slender 34-run first-innings lead.

Pretoria Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive in SA20 with a dominant win over Joburg Super Kings, thanks to a brilliant bowling performance led by Migale Pretorius' 3 for 22. Pretoria easily chased down JSK's target of 99, powered by Marques Ackerman's 39, achieving victory in just 12 overs. Pretoria Capitals are now fifth on the points table.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured a 52-run victory over the Pretoria Capitals, thanks to captain Aiden Markram's unbeaten 68 off 55 balls and impressive contributions from Liam Dawson and Marco Jansen. Eathan Bosch became the Capitals' top wicket-taker. Jansen and Dawson dismantled the Capitals' batting line-up, securing a bonus point win.

The SA20 auction saw MI Cape Town securing Reeza Hendricks as the highest bid at R4.30 million. Other significant picks included Richard Gleeson to Sunrisers Eastern Cape for R2.3 million and Evin Lewis to Pretoria Capitals for R1.5 million. Shamar Joseph's acquisition by Durban's Super Giants for R425K was noted as a potential master stroke.

Pretoria Capitals secured their first win of the SA20 2025 season by defeating Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 6 wickets. Sunrisers were bowled out for 113, with Bosch and Dupavillon playing key roles. Capitals overcame early setbacks during their chase and reached the target, thanks to Ackerman and Livingstone's crucial partnership.

Ruturaj Gaikwad's brilliant 117 guided India A to a four-wicket victory over South Africa A in the first unofficial ODI. Chasing 286, Gaikwad anchored the innings, ensuring a steady chase despite late wickets. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Sindhu sealed the win with three balls to spare, giving India A a 1-0 series lead.

The SA20 Season 3 match between Pretoria Capitals and Durban's Super Giants in Centurion was abandoned due to persistent rain. Despite attempts to start play and inspections by officials, conditions remained unplayable. Both teams received two points each, and ticket holders are eligible for refunds as per the league's policy.

Daryn Dupavillon took two crucial wickets in his first over as Pretoria Capitals restricted Sunrisers Eastern Cape to 113 runs. Capitals chased down the target with ease, winning by six wickets. Eathen Bosch was named Player of the Match for his economical bowling performance.

Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape won by 52 runs against Pretoria Capitals in the SA20. Aiden Markram's 68 not out and Marco Jansen's 4/13 were pivotal. This third consecutive bonus-point victory places them third with 15 points. Capitals are in fifth with nine points. Jansen and teammate Liam Dawson excelled with key batting and bowling performances.

India's packed cricket calendar includes an India 'A' vs. South Africa 'A' series, offering crucial game time for injured players like Rishabh Pant. While beneficial for some, the timing disrupts domestic tournaments, depriving Ranji Trophy teams of key players. The series provides a vital platform before upcoming international fixtures.

Dhruv Jurel showcased his batting prowess with an unbeaten 132 for India 'A' against South Africa 'A'. He anchored the innings as the team was bowled out for 255. Jurel's century was a significant contribution, highlighting his form. KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant also made contributions before the team's collapse. The match saw challenging conditions for batters.

With the new SA20 season few days away, the six teams are gearing up with player arrivals, media content days, and kit reveals. MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Joburg Super Kings, Pretoria Capitals, Durban’s Super Giants, and Paarl Royals all started to get the squads working together, including notable names like Trent Boult, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root.

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.

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.

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.