Cricket Superstars return to SuperSport, for SA20 Season 3

Former superstar cricketers Stuart Broad, Kevin Pietersen and Shaun Pollock will return to the SuperSport commentary box when the Betway SA20 starts for the highly anticipated Season 3, starting 09 January 2025 to 8 February 2025.

Retired ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup winner, Broad, is ready to deliver top-tier entertainment during the third edition of Africa’s premier international T20 franchise competition. Broad began his commentary career with SuperSport following his retirement from cricket in 2023, becoming one of the headline analysts during Betway SA20 Season 2.

2007 T20 World Cup winner Robin Uthappa will also form part of this year’s glittering English language panel. The former Indian T20 international batter brings a wealth of knowledge of the 20-over game having completed a stellar Indian Premier League career, chiefly with Kolkata Knight Riders as well as Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.

GLOBAL VOICE

The tournament will also see the homecoming of Premier League presenter and anchor, Julia Stuart, to cover the anticipated games from the boundary ropes and in the stands, where passionate fans will be engrossed in world-class entertainment.

Other prominent analysts include former Proteas T20 allrounder, Chris Morris, and former Proteas batter and captain Ashwell Prince. Now recognised as one of the voices of the sport globally, Mpumelelo “Pommie” Mbangwa will also be in the commentary box to treat viewers to his velvety voice and expert commentary.

MR 360

As was the case for Season 1 and 2, Your World of Champions has again gone to great lengths to deliver to fans an unforgettable experience in Betway SA20 Season 3. SuperSport will also bring former Proteas captains, “Mr 360” AB de Villiers, and Pollock, who will share their wealth of knowledge for the game.

Said SuperSport CEO Rendani Ramovha: “SuperSport prides itself on having the best and most knowledgeable presenters, commentators and analysts in all of sport on the continent. It’s part of what makes us the biggest sports broadcaster in Africa, and one of the most prolific live sports broadcaster on the globe. For Betway SA20 Season 3, we have again ensured that the viewer gets the cream of the crop when it comes to analysing the exciting matches and entertaining viewers at home.

“This season’s line-up of analysts and commentators bring not only experience and passion for cricket, but the entertainment factor will be high on the agenda to match the action on and off the field. SuperSport will also bring fans closer to the action in Season 3 with a variety of engaging in-stadium and digital fan activities, so look out for lots more activities with our commentators, analysts, presenters and content creators at each of the six franchise venues during the tournament.”

Said Betway SA20 Commissioner, Graeme Smith: “We're thrilled to have assembled a team of world-class commentators and presenters for Betway SA20 Season 3. We're particularly proud to have some of the best former players and talented storytellers from around the world joining the team, we have catered for our diverse audience in South Africa and the globe. Their expertise and passion will ensure that our coverage continues to deliver on par with the best in the world.”

MOTS IS TOPS

Award-winning sports broadcaster, Motshidisi Mohono, renowned for her sharp insights and engaging demeanour, is also set to rejoin the SuperSport line-up for Betway SA20. Mohono will be alongside SuperSport’s latest addition to its cricket team, Natalie Germanos, as well as household favourites Mark Nicholas and Mike Haysman.

Ramovha added: “We are excited and looking forward to working with the set of analysts and presenters we have for Season 3 of Betway SA20. The tournament is not just about showcasing cricketing talent on the field. It has also rekindled South Africans’ love of the game and introduced people to the sport who were previously on the periphery. With our commentary team, we are positive that fans will enjoy and feel a part of every moment of the tournament”.

Smith added: “We take pride in delivering a production which continuously raises the bar and is up there with global standards. Whether it’s acquiring the best technologies or bringing in engaging innovation, we are always looking at ways to stay on top of our game. Our partnership with SuperSport has been instrumental in helping us achieve this vision, we're excited to bring a fresh and captivating experience to the broadcast.”

ALL MATCHES LIVE

All games will be broadcast live on SuperSport Cricket, DStv channel 212, with highlights available on DStv Catch Up. All matches will be available in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa commentary.

Betway SA20 presenters, commentators and analysts will be proudly dressed in style by Jonsson Workwear.

OFFICIAL LIST OF SUPERSPORT SA20 LEAGUE ANALYSTS (English)

Mark Nicholas
Kevin Pietersen
Mike Haysman
Mark Butcher
Stuart Broad
Natalie Germanos
Chris Morris
Shaun Pollock
Mpumelelo “Pommie” Mbangwa
Vernon Philander
AB de Villiers
Ashwell Prince
Nikhil Uttamchandani
Kriya Gangiah
Julia Stuart
Motshidisi Mohono
Robin Uthappa