SA20 TEAM FEATURE: Stacked, loaded, and ready to explode

The stage is set, the squads are locked, and the countdown to cricket’s biggest spectacle is on. SA20 Season 4 promises fireworks as every team rolls out a roster brimming with star power, fresh talent, and game-changing signings.

From record-breaking deals to wildcard surprises, this is more than a tournament, it’s a battle for supremacy. Who’s in? Who’s out? And who’s ready to rewrite the script? We’ve got the ultimate deep dive into the squads that will light up South Africa this summer. Buckle up, the drama starts now.

MI CAPE TOWN: The Old, the New, the Experienced, and the Explosive

The reigning champions are back with fire in their veins and eyes on the prize as SA20 Season 4 beckons. MI Cape Town has locked in 10 familiar warriors and unleashed 8 fresh faces to ignite the campaign. Young guns Tristan Luus and Dan Lategan are primed to carve their names into cricket folklore, while seasoned maestros Nicholas Pooran, Dwaine Pretorius, Jason Smith, and Karim Janat bring a storm of experience and composure. With a squad brimming with balance, flair, and raw power, Robin Pieterson stands ready to launch an assault that promises nothing short of spectacular. Brace yourselves, MI Cape Town isn’t just defending a title; they’re rewriting the script for dominance.

PAARL ROYALS: Back in Paarl and ready to finish what they started

The Royals return to Boland Park with unfinished business and a master plan forged by the genius of Kumar Sangakkara. Built for spin-friendly conditions, this squad blends grit with flair, headlined by the dynamic allrounder Sikandar Raza. Skipper David Miller brings calm authority, Bjorn Fortuin anchors the local pride, and Afghan wizard Mujeeb Ur Rahman adds mystery to the attack. Rising stars Lhuan-Dre Pretorius and Rubin Herman remain in the mix, ready to light up the stage. With Sangakkara’s brains, Miller’s poise, and a roster that screams championship pedigree, Paarl Royals aren’t just aiming high, they’re coming for the crown.

SUNRISERS EASTERN CAPE: Golden Glow Over St George’s

Two-time champions, the Sunrisers are back with eyes locked on a historic third crown. Under the calm authority of Adrian Birrel and Russell Domingo, it’s evolution over revolution—smart reinforcements powering a proven core. With Quinton de Kock and Jonny Bairstow adding firepower, alongside Jordan Herman and Matthew Breetzke, this squad has the perfect recipe to chase glory. St George’s is ready. The Sunrisers are ready. Are you?

JOBURG SUPER KINGS: Ready to Roar at the Bullring

The Kings are back and they mean business. Coached by the legendary Stephen Fleming and led by the fearless Faf du Plessis, this is a team built for big moments. After storming into the playoffs last season, they’ve reloaded with style. Headline signings include Wiaan Mulder, James Vince, Richard Gleeson, Nandre Burger, Rilee Rossouw, and spin maestro Imran Tahir, with wildcard dynamo Donovan Ferreira adding explosive flair. Expect fireworks at the Bullring as Joburg Super Kings charge into Betway SA20 Season 4, ready to turn ambition into glory.

PRETORIA CAPITALS: Reset, reload, and ready for glory

After a season to forget, the Capitals have slammed the reset button and entered a bold new era. With Sourav Ganguly at the helm and Shaun Pollock as his right-hand man, this is a leadership duo built for success. Armed with the biggest auction purse, Capitals made headlines with the record-breaking R16.5 million signing of Dewald Brevis, bringing one of South Africa’s brightest stars back to Centurion. Add West Indian powerhouses Sherfane Rutherford and wildcard Andre Russell to the mix, and you have a squad primed to light up Betway SA20 Season 4. The Capitals aren’t just back, they’re coming for everything.

DURBAN’S SUPER GIANTS: Kingsmead awaits the comeback

Season 3 was brutal, two wins from ten and a spot at the bottom. But that’s history. This is a new chapter, and the headline is massive: Aiden Markram, Proteas T20 captain and back-to-back SA20 champion, joins Durban in a blockbuster R14 million deal. Around him, the firepower is fierce, Jos Buttler, Sunil Narine, and wildcard Heinrich Klaasen bring the heat. Add strike weapons Gerald Coetzee, rising star Kwena Maphaka, and Afghan mystery spinner Noor Ahmad, and suddenly this squad looks stacked. With Lance Klusener still calling the shots, the Giants aren’t just back, they’re ready to shake Kingsmead to its core.