The wait is finally over, and the stage is set for a cricket spectacle defined as much by high stakes as it is by the simmering drama before the first ball has even been bowled.
The 10th edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is poised to ignite across the sub-continent, and SuperSport is ready to transport viewers directly into the heat of the battle.
From 7 February to 8 March, the eyes of the cricketing world will be fixed on India and Sri Lanka, and SuperSport guarantees that African fans won’t miss a single moment of what is already being billed as the most volatile and thrilling tournament in decades.
This is not just another World Cup. It is a tournament that has already delivered a full season’s worth of headlines.
The shock exit of Bangladesh and the subsequent entry of Scotland, coupled with Pakistan’s thunderous decision to boycott their clash with India, have created an atmosphere of unparalleled tension.
With Australia reeling from the loss of talisman Pat Cummins and stumbling through their warm-ups, the script for this 55-match showpiece is impossible to predict.
To cover a tournament of this magnitude, SuperSport has assembled a formidable squad of broadcast talent to ensure viewers feel the pulse of the sub-continent.
Leading the charge on the ground in India and Sri Lanka is a quartet of broadcasting royalty.
Mpumelelo "Pommie" Mbangwa, the voice of modern cricket known for his socially conscious analysis, will be the heartbeat of the coverage, joined by Proteas legend Shaun Pollock.
As one of history’s greatest allrounders, Pollock brings an unmatched tactical genius to the commentary booth.
They are accompanied by trailblazer Kass Naidoo, whose sharp perspective connects the game to the fans, and Natalie Germanos, whose encyclopaedic knowledge and decades of experience will peel back the layers of the tournament’s unfolding narrative.
The analysis continues back home with a stellar, multilingual line-up catering to our diverse audience.
The English commentary team features Vernon Philander, Lesego Pooe, and Nikhil Uttamchandani, while the Afrikaans broadcast will be driven by Johnny Davids, Pierre De Bruyn, Johan VD Wath, and Deon Kruis.
For our Xhosa-speaking fans, the action will be brought to life by Mluleki Ntsabo, Makhaya Ntini, Sixolele Sotyelelwa, and Monde Zondeki.
Rendani Ramovha, CANAL+ Africa Director: Content, Sport, emphasised the broadcaster’s commitment to delivering a premium viewing experience during the tournament.
“At SuperSport, we understand that cricket is more than a game; it is a shared heartbeat across the continent,” said Ramovha.
“We are deploying our best talent to the front lines to ensure that no matter where you are, you are witnessing history live.”
“We aren't just broadcasting matches; we are bringing the entire spectacle—the noise, the passion, and the glory—straight to our subscribers.”
For South African fans, all eyes are on a Proteas side that looks dangerous, balanced, and hungry.
Coming off a 2-1 series victory over the West Indies, Aiden Markram’s men have found their rhythm at the perfect time.
The squad boasts terrifying depth, featuring Aiden Markram (captain), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith, and Tristan Stubbs.
Other African countries that will fighting it out for glory includes Namibia and Zimbabwe, who face equally tough tests in the group stages of the tournament.
The road to the final in Ahmedabad begins now, with all the action live on SuperSport, Your World of Champions.
PROTEAS GROUP STAGE FIXTURES
Monday, 9 February
South Africa v Canada – Ahmedabad
Wednesday, 11 February
South Africa v Afghanistan – Ahmedabad
Friday, 14 February
New Zealand v South Africa - Ahmedabad
Tuesday, 18 February
South Africa v United Arab Emirates – Delhi
NAMIBIA GROUP STAGE FIXTURES
Tuesday, 10 February
Namibia v Netherlands – Delhi
Thursday, 12 February
India v Namibia – Delhi
Saturday 15 February
Namibia v USA – Chennai
Tuesday 18 February
Namibia v Pakistan – Colombo (RPS)
ZIMBABWE GROUP STAGE FIXTURES
Monday, 9 February
Oman v Zimbabwe- Colombo
Friday, 13 February
Australia v Zimbabwe - Colombo
Tuesday, 17 February
Ireland v Zimbabwe- Pallekelle
Thursday, 19 February
Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe - Colombo