SA 20 Three-Year Window Announced; Check Out Playoffs Dates

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced a three-year window for the SA 20 League ahead of the playoffs during a press conference. Check out this article for all details.

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Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced a three-year window for the SA 20 League ahead of the playoffs during a press conference. The third edition of the league is ongoing and is set for finals on February 8, 2025. According to the schedule announced, Season 4 will begin in December 2025 while the 2027 and 2028 seasons will take place in January.

According to the statement given by Graeme Smith, the schedule is announced to “give certainty” to the stakeholders and also help the team manage their international tours accordingly.
“Confirming the SA 20 window for a three-year period allows the league to provide certainty for all stakeholders and helps secure our place when planning the global calendar,” said the League Commissioner Graeme Smith.

SA 20 Future Dates: 2025-2028

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Season 4: December 26, 2025-January 26, 2026
Season 5: January 9 to February 14, 2027
Season 6: January 9 to February 13, 2028

Smith also emphasised that Season 4 will prepare the team for T20 World Cup 2026 as it will end just before the tournament, helping the players stay in form. He stated that early planning will help them properly escalate the overall fan experience.

“We know fans respond particularly well to weekend and holiday fixtures. With the ICC T20 World Cup set for early February next year, our Season 4 dates offer a unique opportunity to capitalise on South Africa’s peak cricket season. Early planning has also allowed us to explore an extended window from 2026/27, optimising scheduling, logistics, and the overall fan experience” Smith added

With the window announced just ahead of the playoffs for this season, let’s take a closer look at the schedule.

SA 20 Playoff Dates: Mark Your Calendars

SA20 Three-Year Window Announced; Check Out Playoffs Dates
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Qualifier 1: February 4, 2025 at St George’s Park, Gqeberh
Eliminator: February 5, 2025 at SuperSport Park, Centurion
Qualifier 2: February 6, 2025 at SuperSport Park, Centurion
Finals: February 8, 2025 at the Wanderers, Johannesburg