The SA20, South Africa's dynamic T20 cricket league, has quickly established itself as one of the world's top franchise tournaments since its inception in 2023.
Featuring six teams owned by IPL franchises and packed with international stars alongside local talent, the league delivers high-octane action, massive crowds, and unforgettable moments. With explosive batting, crafty bowling, and electric atmospheres at iconic venues like Newlands and Wanderers, SA20 has become a must-watch for cricket fans globally. Let's explore the league's history, highlighting the drama of past finals and the excitement of the ongoing 2026 season.
SA20 2026 Season: Overview and Description
The 2026 edition of SA20, officially known as Betway SA20 Season 4, kicked off on December 26, 2025, and is set to conclude
on January 25, 2026-marking a shift to a pre-Christmas start for the first time. This season features the same six franchises: MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Pretoria Capitals, Durban's Super Giants, Paarl Royals, and Joburg Super Kings.
The format remains a double round-robin league stage with 30 matches, followed by playoffs: two qualifiers, an eliminator, and the grand final. Running for about four weeks, the season has been a spectacle of high-quality cricket and vibrant entertainment, drawing massive crowds and showcasing a blend of global superstars like Kagiso Rabada, Dewald Brevis, and Aiden Markram with emerging South African talents.
SA20 Finals of All Previous Editions
The SA20 finals have delivered some of cricket's most thrilling showdowns, often decided by standout individual performances and tactical brilliance. Here's a recap of the drama from the first three editions:
2023 Final: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Pretoria Capitals
In the inaugural SA20 final, Sunrisers Eastern Cape chased down Pretoria Capitals' 135 with 4 wickets in hand. Aiden Markram's composed 100* off 58 balls anchored the innings, while Roelof van der Merwe's 4-31 restricted the Capitals. Sunrisers won by 4 wickets, kickstarting their dominance in the league.
2024 Final: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban's Super Giants
Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape posted 204/3, powered by Tristan Stubbs' unbeaten 56 and Tom Abell's 55. They then bowled out Durban's Super Giants for 115, with Ottniel Baartman claiming 4-10. Sunrisers won by 89 runs, becoming the first team to retain the title.
2025 Final: MI Cape Town vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
MI Cape Town, who had finished at the bottom in the first two seasons, turned their fortunes around. They set 198/5 and bowled out Sunrisers for 122, with Kagiso Rabada's 4-25 dismantling the chase. MI Cape Town won by 76 runs, claiming their maiden title in a stunning upset.
2026 Final: Pretoria Capitals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
TBD
SA20 Winners List
| Season | Winner | Runner-Up | Victory Margin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Pretoria Capitals | 4 wickets | Wanderers, Johannesburg |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Durban's Super Giants | 89 runs | Newlands, Cape Town |
| 2025 | MI Cape Town | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 76 runs | Wanderers, Johannesburg |
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