Another thrilling chapter has begun in South African domestic cricket, where the best provincial teams compete in the fast-paced T20 format of the CSA T20 Knockout Competition. Developed as a platform for both up-and-coming cricket players and established stars, this competition offers exciting matches and close endings by combining expertise with emerging talent.
For franchise selectors and national team management, the competition is also an essential scouting ground for discovering players who are prepared for bigger honors.
Crucial components of contemporary T20 cricket, such as flexibility, strike rotation, and bowling variations, are tested in this tournament, which hones talents under pressure.
Teams are fighting for the coveted knockout crown, and players are fighting for glory in every match. Additionally, it raises the profile of domestic cricket, develops local fan interaction, and fortifies regional rivalries.
CSA T20 Knock Out Competition 2025 Points Table
Each team’s performance is represented in the CSA T20 Knock Out Competition 2025 Points Table by their wins, losses, and net run rate. It establishes rankings and knockout stage qualifying, showcasing reliable players and close contests for semifinal positions, enhancing the competitiveness of South Africa’s top domestic T20 competition.
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knights | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 20 | +2.023 |
| 2 | Eastern Cape | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 19 | +1.117 |
| 3 | Garden Route Badgers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 14 | +0.481 |
| 4 | Mpumalanga | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 12 | -0.330 |
| 5 | Eastern Storm | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10 | +0.017 |
| 6 | Limpopo | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | -1.295 |
| 7 | Northern Cape | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -3.100 |
CSA T20 Knock Out Competition 2025 Schedule & Results
The tournament opened on October 24, 2025, with the Knights defeating Northern Cape by 93 runs in Kimberley. Since then, rain interruptions, dominant wins, and tight contests have shaped the league.
Your full updated schedule remains below with the First Semi-Final result now completed:
| Match No. | Date | Teams | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fri, Oct 24 2025 | Knights vs Northern Cape | Diamond Oval, Kimberley | Knights won by 93 runs |
| 2 | Sat, Oct 25 2025 | Limpopo vs Garden Route Badgers | Polokwane Cricket Club, Polokwane | Garden Route Badgers won by 8 wkts |
| 3 | Sun, Oct 26 2025 | Mpumalanga Rhinos vs Eastern Cape | Buffalo Park, East London | No result |
| 4 | Wed, Oct 29 2025 | Garden Route Badgers vs Eastern Cape | Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn | Eastern Cape won by 6 wkts |
| 5 | Wed, Oct 29 2025 | Knights vs Limpopo | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein | Knights won by 99 runs |
| 6 | Wed, Oct 29 2025 | Eastern Storm vs Northern Cape | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | No result |
| 7 | Sat, Nov 1 2025 | Eastern Cape vs Knights | Buffalo Park, East London | Eastern Cape won by 4 wkts |
| 8 | Sat, Nov 1 2025 | Mpumalanga Rhinos vs Eastern Storm | Uplands College, White River | Match tied (Mpumalanga won the Super Over) |
| 9 | Sun, Nov 2 2025 | Northern Cape vs Garden Route Badgers | Diamond Oval, Kimberley | Garden Route Badgers won by 24 runs |
| 10 | Wed, Nov 3 2025 | Eastern Storm vs Eastern Cape | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | Eastern Cape won by 5 wkts |
| 11 | Wed, Nov 5 2025 | Limpopo vs Northern Cape | Polokwane Cricket Club, Polokwane | Match abandoned due to rain (no toss) |
| 12 | Wed, Nov 5 2025 | Mpumalanga Rhinos vs Knights | Uplands College, White River | Knights won by 4 wkts |
| 13 | Sat, Nov 8 2025 | Garden Route Badgers vs Mpumalanga Rhinos | Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn | Garden Route Badgers won by 5 wkts |
| 14 | Sat, Nov 8 2025 | Limpopo vs Eastern Cape | Polokwane Cricket Club, Polokwane | Limpopo won by 28 runs |
| 15 | Sun, Nov 9 2025 | Knights vs Eastern Storm | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein | Knights won by 8 runs (DLS method) |
| 16 | Wed, Nov 12 2025 | Garden Route Badgers vs Eastern Storm | Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn | Eastern Storm won by 6 wkts |
| 17 | Wed, Nov 12 2025 | Eastern Cape vs Northern Cape | Buffalo Park, East London | Eastern Cape won by 69 runs |
| 18 | Wed, Nov 12 2025 | Mpumalanga Rhinos vs Limpopo | Uplands College, White River | Mpumalanga Rhinos won by 9 runs |
| 19 | Sat, Nov 15 2025 | Knights vs Garden Route Badgers | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein | Match abandoned due to rain (no toss) |
| 20 | Sat, Nov 15 2025 | Northern Cape vs Mpumalanga Rhinos | Diamond Oval, Kimberley | Match abandoned due to rain (no toss) |
| 21 | Sat, Nov 15 2025 | Eastern Storm vs Limpopo | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | Eastern Storm won by 8 wkts (DLS Method) |
| 22 | Tue, Nov 18 2025 | 1st Semi Final – Eastern Cape vs Knights | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein | Knights won by 3 runs (DLS Method) |
| 23 | Wed, Nov 19 2025 | Eliminator – Garden Route Badgers vs Mpumalanga Rhinos | Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn | – |
| 24 | Fri, Nov 21 2025 | 2nd Semi Final – Eastern Cape vs TBC | Venue TBC | – |
| 25 | Sun, Nov 23 2025 | Final – Knights vs TBC | Venue TBC | – |
Conclusion: Knights Seal Their Spot in the Final
The CSA T20 Knock Out Competition 2025 continues to deliver exciting cricket, showcasing South Africa’s rising domestic talent. With the Knights securing a tight win in the first semi-final, the competition has reached a thrilling stage, setting the tone for a high-voltage finish.
Every match demonstrates the depth of skill, competitive spirit, and growing professionalism in provincial cricket. As teams battle for the remaining final spot and prepare for the November 23 title clash, the tournament stands as a strong indicator of South Africa’s bright cricketing future.
