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Watch VideoQuinton de Kock's struggles continue with disappointing IPL opener

Quinton de Kock's ongoing form struggles continue as he faltered in the 2025 IPL opener for Kolkata Knight Riders, raising questions about his cricket future.

Sport Cricket
Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhere are the Black African cricketers in SA20?

There were a total of 10 black African players selected across the six squads in the competition which concluded earlier this month.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

SA20 2025 All-Stars: the ultimate XI that dominated Season 3

From 18-year-old sensation Lhuan-dre Pretorius to England's Joe Root, discover the standout performers who made the SA20 2025 Team of the Tournament. Featuring a perfect blend of emerging talent and established stars, this elite XI showcases the best of domestic and international cricket talent.

Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Despite Klaasen and De Kock, Durban batters failed to fire in SA20

While coach Lance Klusener may have shuffled the deck a bit, the Durban’s Super Giants batting line-up lacked the necessary fire-power in the SA20 tournament this season.

Sport Cricket
Jehran Naidoo|Published

SA20: Who has been hot and not in Season 3

As the SA20 cricket tournament heads into its playoff stages, MI Cape Town's remarkable turnaround and Paarl Royals' impressive performance set the stage for an exciting Qualifier 1 showdown. From Marco Jansen's bowling brilliance to Rilee Rossouw's struggles, we analyse the standout performers and disappointments of the league stage.

Sport
Zaahier Adams|Published

Heinrich Klaasen on fire as Durban’s Super Giants beat Joburg Super Kings to gain SA20 consolation win

Joburg Super Kings tried their best to hold Durban’s Super Giants to a low score, but Heinrich Klaasen had other plans for the JSK bowlers, dispatching them all over the ground.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoThe day Kwena Maphaka outfoxed Heinrich Klaasen, and the world took notice

The Proteas stalwart Heinrich Klassen batting for Durban’s Super Giants had hit Paar Royals' KWena Maphaka for a four earlier in the over before the moment of brilliance from the 18-year-old.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Michael Sherman|Published

Super Giants made to look tiny as Royals crush their play-off hopes

Rubin Hermann scored a half-century for the Paarl Royals as they chased down Durban’s Super Giants’ 143/7 in a nail-biting encounter, winning their SA20 encounter at Boland Park by six wickets with a ball to spare. Photo: Sportzpics

Sport
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoDavid Miller’s Paarl Royals show they have the bottle to ‘chase’ down SA20 title

Discover how Paarl Royals have transformed their game in the SA20, showcasing remarkable performances and young talent.

Sport Cricket Domestic
John Goliath|Published

Rashid Khan has been inspirational in MI Cape Town turnaround, says Robbie P

MI Cape Town coach Robin Peterson believes Rashid Khan’s leadership, along with how the young and experienced players have combined, has been integral to their SA20 success.

Sport Cricket
Zaahier Adams|Published

Paarl Royals keep their cool to knock over Durban’s Super Giants

Paarl Royals picked apart a despondent Durban’s Super Giants at Kingsmead on Thursday night to win their SA20 fixture by five wickets.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Can Durban’s Super Giants stand up, or will the sun rise for Markram’s men?

The Durban’s Super Giants will go into the SA20 clash fairly confident against a Sunrisers Eastern Cape side that will be lacking in confidence following a couple of heavy defeats.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Prenelan Subrayen: Durban’s Super Giants won’t dwell on Joburg Super Kings loss

Prenelan Subrayen was forthright with the media during a post-match conference, where he defended the Durban’s Super Giants’ one-out-of-three SA20 campaign so far.

Sport Cricket
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Jolly Joburg Super Kings slay Durban’s Super Giants

The Durban’s Super Giants’ chances ended with Quinton de Kock’s dismissal as the Joburg Super Kings held their nerve to clinch a 28-run SA20 victory at Kingsmead on Tuesday night.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

From Pretorius to Maphaka: Young guns who are lighting up the SA20

FROM the very first season, the SA20 has helped to accelerate South African talent, and boy did the youngsters respond well in the league’s opening week in the ongoing third season.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Durban fight like Super Giants to snatch SA20 thriller against Pretoria Capitals

Naveen-ul-Haq held his nerve to defend 14 runs off the final over and clinch a dramatic SA20 victory for Durban’s Super Giants over Pretoria Capitals at Kingsmead on Friday night.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Durban’s Super Giants skipper Keshav Maharaj excited to ‘dive into’ Kane Williamson’s insights

Durban’s Super Giants captain Keshav Maharaj is elated with the fact that former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson will now form part of his team’s quest to claim a first SA20 title.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

SA20 ambassador AB de Villiers has his eye on these young prospects

With the SA20 league now a breeding ground for young cricket talent, AB de Villiers named nine players from the six teams that may potentially have an impact on the tournament.

Sport Cricket
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Allan Donald excited by Shamar Joseph in SA20 at Durban’s Super Giants

The Durban’s Super Giants have covered all the bases during the auction, and on paper, they will be a force to be reckoned with next season in the SA20.

Mercury Sport
Obakeng Meletse|Published

MI Cape Town win bidding war for Reeza Hendricks at SA20 player auction

Proteas batter Reeza Hendricks will be turning out for MI Cape Town in the third SA20 season after the Mother City-based outfit won the bidding war for his services.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Supplied|Published

Graeme Smith: SA20 League has brought back the spirit of cricket in SA

SA20 boss and former Proteas skipper Graeme Smith was delighted with how the second edition of the competition grew stronger after an impressive inaugural season.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

SA20 League: The hits, misses, winners and losers of Season 2

The SA20 has once again thrilled for the past 30 days. Here, Zaahier Adams takes a closer look at the highs and lows of season 2.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

MVP Heinrich Klaasen credits ‘hard work’ for SA20 season 2 success

Durban’s Super Giants’ Heinrich Klaasen was named player of the season after Saturday’s SA20 final defeat to the Sunrisers Eastern Cape.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Supplied|Published

Sunrisers Eastern Cape beat Durban’s Super Giants to win another SA20 title

Sunrisers Eastern Cape convincingly beat Durban’s Super Giants to secure a second straight SA20 title at Newlands in Cape Town on Saturday.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published

SA20 Final: Can Aiden Markram’s men rise up against Keshav Maharaj’s giants?

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape and the Durban Super Giants have the opportunity to put on a grand show under the picturesque watch of Table Mountain.

Sport Cricket Domestic
Zaahier Adams|Published