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description SA20 Overview

SA20 is South Africa's premier Twenty20 franchise cricket league, launched in January 2023. The league features six franchise teams, all co-owned by owners of Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises. It is sanctioned by Cricket South Africa and features international players alongside South African talent in a format modeled after successful T20 leagues like the IPL.

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When did the SA20 cricket league begin?

SA20 launched in January 2023 as South Africa's premier franchise Twenty20 competition. It is sanctioned by Cricket South Africa and was created around six franchise teams.

Which teams play in SA20?

The six teams include MI Cape Town, Durban's Super Giants, Joburg Super Kings, Paarl Royals, Pretoria Capitals, and Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Each franchise is linked to ownership associated with an Indian Premier League team.

How is SA20 connected to the IPL?

All six SA20 franchises are owned by groups that also own IPL franchises, which is why teams such as MI Cape Town and Joburg Super Kings use familiar international branding. SA20 remains a separate South African league governed through Cricket South Africa.

What kind of cricket is played in SA20 matches?

SA20 uses the Twenty20 format, with each side normally batting for a maximum of 20 overs. The inaugural 2023 season featured international players such as Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Faf du Plessis, and Kagiso Rabada.

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