Cape Town has officially declared itself ready for the grand finale as the City of Cape Town celebrates its prestigious role as the host city for the SA20 championship match. With a sold-out crowd confirmed for the iconic Newlands Cricket Ground on Sunday, January 25, the Mother City is poised to provide the perfect backdrop for crowning the Season 4 champions of South Africa's premier T20 competition.
Record-Breaking Demand and Growth
All three SA20 Finals to date have sold out in record time, firmly establishing the championship match as one of the must-attend events on the South African sporting calendar. The continued demand reflects the League's rapid growth and the strong connection it has built with fans across the country. Season 4 alone has already seen record attendance numbers, with 22 out of 34 matches selling out throughout the summer, marking the highest attendance in the League's history.
Pretoria Capitals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Pretoria Capitals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape will go head-to-head in what promises to be a spectacular finale. Shaun Pollock has praised Pretoria Capitals' character, noting that SA20 pitches provide ideal preparation for World Cup competitions. The announcement reinforces SA20's proven track record of working closely with host cities to deliver major sporting occasions that support local communities and maximize economic impact.
Cape Town's Cricketing Legacy
SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith said Cape Town was a fitting choice to host the Final, given the City's history with the competition and its deep connection to the game. "The SA20 Final has quickly become one of the biggest days on the South African sporting calendar, and the support we've seen across all seasons has been outstanding," said Smith. "Cape Town and Newlands have a proud cricketing legacy, and the City has consistently shown how to host major events. With every SA20 Final sold out to date, we're expecting another incredible atmosphere to close out the season."
Economic and Tourism Boost
For the City of Cape Town, hosting the Final represents a significant opportunity to showcase the city on a national and international stage, while driving tourism, hospitality and broader economic activity. With fans travelling from across South Africa and beyond, the event is expected to provide a welcome boost to accommodation, transport, restaurants and local businesses during the peak summer season.
Executive Mayor of Cape Town, Geordin Hill Lewis, said: "We are excited, and very proud, to welcome the players and fans to Newlands Cricket Ground on Sunday for the final of the SA20. South Africa's most iconic cricket ground never disappoints, and Sunday's decider promises to deliver the perfect finale to an incredible SA20 season. With the eyes of the cricketing world on Cape Town, we cannot wait to show off our city in all its summer splendour. We wish the players the best of luck, and to all the travelling supporters who will join Cape Town's cricket fans in the stands, we hope you have a wonderful time in the Mother City."
Entertainment and Broadcast Details
The Final is set to deliver non-stop entertainment on and off the field, with pop sensation Will Linley set to headline the anticipated halftime show. Fans will also be treated to all the Season 4 favourites, including:
- The Betway Catch R2 million opportunity
- Chance to win up to R200,000 from ABSA
- Photos with the trophy
- Hospitality upgrades
- Opportunity for children to play on the field
Additional entertainment will feature glitter makeup artists, mirror men, human statues, Disney mascots, K-POP characters, mime artists and stilt walkers lighting up the concourse.
Global Broadcast Coverage
The match will be broadcast live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa, giving viewers unprecedented access with coverage on SuperSport Grandstand (201), Variety 4 (209) and SuperSport Cricket (211). The match will also be available in three languages: English, Afrikaans and Xhosa.
Globally, fans can watch all the SA20 Final action live on:
- JioStar, Star Sports on SS2 in English and Hindi and JioHotstar
- Sky Sports Cricket
- FOX Sports
- Apex Sports on Geo Super, Myco and Tapmad
- Triller and Willow by Cricbuzz
For Indian viewers, the SA20 Final will be available live on JioStar (Star Sports on TV and JioHotstar on OTT) at 7 PM IST, featuring the championship clash between Pretoria Capitals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape.
