As the confetti settles on a dramatic SA20 final, the cricketing world’s attention shifts instantly to the international arena with SuperSport, Your World of Champions, bringing viewers exclusive front-row coverage of the West Indies tour of South Africa.
The three-match KFC T20 International series, which commenced yesterday (Tuesday) at Boland Park in Paarl, serves as the final, critical litmus test for the Proteas before they embark on their campaign for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup beginning on February 8.
The series opener kicked off yesterday with a fierce contest at Boland Park, setting the tone for what promises to be a blistering week of cricket.
South Africa put up a commanding performance to win the 1st T20I by nine wickets, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
While the West Indies posted a competitive 173/7, South Africa’s bowlers kept the pressure high through disciplined spells.
Chasing 174, the Proteas made short work of the target, led by Aiden Markram’s magnificent 84-run knock and strong support from Ryan Rickelton, cruising to victory with overs to spare.
This clinical all-round effort provided the ideal start in home conditions as the team fine-tunes its strategy for the global stage.
While the action began in the Cape, the series is set to reach an emotional and sporting crescendo at the Wanderers Stadium on Saturday, 31 January, for a historic T20 edition of the annual Pink Day.
Traditionally an ODI fixture, Pink Day has cemented itself alongside the Soweto Derby and the Springbok-All Black rivalry as a pillar of the national sporting calendar.
Since the inaugural match in 2013—inspired by the Jane McGrath Day at the SCG—the "Bullring" has turned pink annually to raise vital funds and awareness for breast cancer.
This year, the high-octane energy of T20 cricket meets the profound purpose of the occasion, where fans can expect memories of AB de Villiers’ legendary fastest ODI century to linger as the Proteas look to maintain their dominance in this special fixture against the Calypso Kings.
The context of this tour is immense.
With less than 48 hours separating the SA20 final from international duty, seven players have immediately switched focus to national colours.
Both teams are eager to correct recent form and build momentum.
The Proteas, coming off a patchy 2025 season where player rotation saw them lose 12 of 18 matches, now have their full World Cup squad available—though key figures like Quinton de Kock and Tristan Stubbs were rested for the opener.
Similarly, the West Indies arrive with intent, hoping to emulate their T20 World Cup glory of a decade ago and bounce back from a mixed season.
To match the intensity on the field, SuperSport has assembled a stellar line-up of world-class talent to deliver expert analysis and immersive storytelling.
The English commentary booth will be anchored by global broadcasting icons Mark Nicholas and Shaun Pollock, joined by the sharp tactical mind of Chris Morris, the vibrant Natalie Germanos, and the renowned voices of Mpumelelo "Pommie" Mbangwa and Nikhil Uttamchandani.
Viewers preferring Afrikaans commentary will enjoy seasoned insights from Deon Kruis, Henry "Tom" Davids, Johan van der Wath, and Pierre de Bruyn, while the Xhosa coverage is bolstered by the legendary energy of Makhaya Ntini alongside Monde Zondeki and others.
The dynamic Lesego Pooe will anchor the studio broadcasts, guiding viewers through every moment of the pre-match build-up and post-match analysis.
Cricket lovers can look forward to an action-packed schedule as the road to the T20 World Cup hits full throttle.
SuperSport remains the only place to witness every ball, boundary, and wicket of this thrilling series, ensuring that fans do not miss a single beat of the action on the SS Cricket channel.
BROADCAST DETAILS:
2nd T20I: Thursday, 29 January – SuperSport Park, Centurion: Channel : SS Cricket
3rd T20I (Pink Day): Saturday, 31 January – Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg Channel : SS Cricket