The SA20 Winners List is led by Sunrisers Eastern Cape, who have won three of the first four completed editions of South Africa’s franchise T20 league.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape won the inaugural SA20 title in 2023 and successfully defended it in 2024. MI Cape Town broke their winning run by lifting the trophy in 2025.
Sunrisers returned to the top in the 2025/26 season with their third championship.
The latest completed final took place on 25 January 2026, when Sunrisers Eastern Cape defeated Pretoria Capitals by six wickets at Newlands in Cape Town.
SA20 Winners List: Key Stats
Here is the information structured into a clear, easy-to-read table format:
| Metric / Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Completed Seasons | 4 |
| Different Champions | 2 |
| Most Successful Team | Sunrisers Eastern Cape |
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape Titles | 3 |
| MI Cape Town Titles | 1 |
| Most Final Appearances | Sunrisers Eastern Cape (4) |
| First SA20 Champion | Sunrisers Eastern Cape (2023) |
| Latest SA20 Champion | Sunrisers Eastern Cape (2026) |
| First Team to Defend Title | Sunrisers Eastern Cape |
| Biggest Final Win | Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 89 runs (2024) |
| Highest Final Total | Sunrisers Eastern Cape, 204/3 (2024) |
| Teams Yet to Win | 4 |
SA20 Winners List From 2023 to 2026
| Season | Winner | Runner-Up | Final Result | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022/23 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Pretoria Capitals | Sunrisers won by 4 wickets | The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| 2023/24 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Durban’s Super Giants | Sunrisers won by 89 runs | Newlands, Cape Town |
| 2024/25 | MI Cape Town | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | MI Cape Town won by 76 runs | The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| 2025/26 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Pretoria Capitals | Sunrisers won by 6 wickets | Newlands, Cape Town |
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have appeared in all four SA20 finals and have won three of them.
SA20 Winners by Team
| Team | Titles | Winning Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 3 | 2022/23, 2023/24, 2025/26 |
| MI Cape Town | 1 | 2024/25 |
| Pretoria Capitals | 0 | — |
| Durban’s Super Giants | 0 | — |
| Paarl Royals | 0 | — |
| Joburg Super Kings | 0 | — |
Sunrisers Eastern Cape are the clear leaders with three SA20 titles. MI Cape Town are the only other team to have won the competition.
1. Sunrisers Eastern Cape Won SA20 2023
Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Runner-Up: Pretoria Capitals
Final Date: 12 February 2023
Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: Sunrisers Eastern Cape won by 4 wickets
Pretoria Capitals scored 135 all out in 19.3 overs. Sunrisers Eastern Cape chased the target and finished on 137/6 in 16.2 overs.
Adam Rossington led the chase with 57 from 30 balls. The final had originally been scheduled for 11 February but was moved to 12 February because of rain.
2. Sunrisers Eastern Cape Won SA20 2024
Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Runner-Up: Durban’s Super Giants
Final Date: 10 February 2024
Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
Result: Sunrisers Eastern Cape won by 89 runs
Sunrisers Eastern Cape became the first team to defend the SA20 title. They scored 204/3 in 20 overs before bowling Durban’s Super Giants out for 115 in 17 overs.
Tom Abell scored 55, while Tristan Stubbs made an unbeaten 56. The 89-run win remains the biggest SA20 final victory by runs through the first four editions.
3. MI Cape Town Won SA20 2025
Winner: MI Cape Town
Runner-Up: Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Final Date: 8 February 2025
Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: MI Cape Town won by 76 runs
MI Cape Town ended Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s two-season title run in 2025. MI Cape Town scored 181/8 in 20 overs and then dismissed Sunrisers for 105 in 18.4 overs.
Kagiso Rabada took 4/25 as MI Cape Town claimed their first SA20 championship.
4. Sunrisers Eastern Cape Won SA20 2025/26
Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Runner-Up: Pretoria Capitals
Final Date: 25 January 2026
Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
Result: Sunrisers Eastern Cape won by 6 wickets
Pretoria Capitals scored 158/7 in 20 overs, with Dewald Brevis making 101 from 56 balls.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape chased the target and reached 162/4 in 19.2 overs. Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs shared an unbeaten 114-run partnership to complete the chase.
The result gave Sunrisers their third championship in four seasons.
Which Team Has Won the Most SA20 Titles?
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have won the most SA20 titles.
They have won three championships:
- 2023
- 2024
- 2026
MI Cape Town are second with one title, won in 2025.
SA20 Finals Appearances by Team
| Team | Final Appearances | Titles | Runner-Up Finishes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Pretoria Capitals | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| MI Cape Town | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Durban’s Super Giants | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Paarl Royals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Joburg Super Kings | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Sunrisers Eastern Cape are the only franchise to have appeared in every SA20 final through the first four seasons.
SA20 Final Scores
| Season | Winner Score | Runner-Up Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2022/23 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape 137/6 | Pretoria Capitals 135 |
| 2023/24 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape 204/3 | Durban’s Super Giants 115 |
| 2024/25 | MI Cape Town 181/8 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape 105 |
| 2025/26 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape 162/4 | Pretoria Capitals 158/7 |
Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s 204/3 in the 2024 final is the highest team total in an SA20 final through the first four seasons.
Which Teams Have Never Won SA20?
Four current franchises are still waiting for their first SA20 title:
- Pretoria Capitals
- Durban’s Super Giants
- Paarl Royals
- Joburg Super Kings
Pretoria Capitals have come closest, reaching the final in 2023 and 2026.
Biggest Win in an SA20 Final
The biggest SA20 final win by runs came in 2024, when Sunrisers Eastern Cape defeated Durban’s Super Giants by 89 runs at Newlands.
The next-largest final victory by runs came in 2025, when MI Cape Town beat Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 76 runs.
Highest Score in an SA20 Final
The highest team score in an SA20 final is 204/3 by Sunrisers Eastern Cape.
They made the total against Durban’s Super Giants in the 2024 final at Newlands.
SA20 Final Venues
Two stadiums have hosted all four SA20 finals so far.
| Venue | Finals Hosted | Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Newlands, Cape Town | 2 | 2024, 2026 |
| The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg | 2 | 2023, 2025 |
Newlands is also scheduled to host the SA20 2027 final on 21 February 2027.
Who Won the Latest SA20?
Sunrisers Eastern Cape won the latest completed SA20 season.
They defeated Pretoria Capitals by six wickets in the 2025/26 final at Newlands on 25 January 2026.
Pretoria Capitals made 158/7 before Sunrisers reached 162/4 with four balls remaining.
Conclusion: The SA20 Winners List is dominated by Sunrisers Eastern Cape.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape won the first two editions, finished runners-up to MI Cape Town in 2025, and returned to win a third title in 2026.
After four completed seasons, Sunrisers Eastern Cape lead with three championships, while MI Cape Town have one.