Overview
- At the 'SA20 India Day' event in Mumbai, the league unveiled its Season 4 promo and highlighted India’s central role in its growth.
- Season 4 will run from December 26, 2025 to January 25, 2026, a window Smith said was clear of South Africa international fixtures traditionally held on Boxing Day.
- Graeme Smith said he wants more Indian players in SA20 and will keep engaging the BCCI, with participation currently limited to retirees such as Dinesh Karthik.
- Smith emphasized broadcaster-led player branding borrowed from IPL lessons while confirming SA20 will not adopt the 'impact player' rule yet to prioritize developing all-rounders.
- Expansion remains off the table until after Season Five, with stadium upgrades such as new lights progressing ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.