CSA announces new domestic cricket identity and Pro50 sponsor

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has officially launched the 2026/27 domestic cricket season, unveiling a refreshed brand identity and competition structure designed to create more opportunities and excitement across the domestic game.

At the heart of the new identity is a streamlined competition structure that brings together the former T20 Challenge and T20 Knockout competitions under one unified premier T20 brand, the Pro20 Cup.

The new-look domestic structure will see Division 1’s 50-over competition known as the Dafabet Pro50, while the traditional red-ball competition will be branded the 1st Class Series.

Division 2 will compete in the 1st Class Shield (3Day Series) and the Dafabet Pro 50 Shield (1Day), respectively.

The summer’s biggest domestic competition will be the expanded 16-team Pro20, with teams from both Division 1 and Division 2 and an SA Emerging side in a single competition.

The Promotion/Relegation structure will continue over a two-year period, excluding the Pro20 competition.

The Hollywoodbets Pro Series will continue to serve as the premier women’s domestic competition, featuring the Hollywoodbets Pro50 and Hollywoodbets Pro20.

Division 1 teams will play at least three additional red-ball matches, while Division 2 will adopt a double-round format, providing players with greater opportunities to develop their skills in the longer format.

As part of the refreshed competition identity, Dafabet comes on board as the official competition partner of the Pro50 competitions in both divisions, strengthening its existing relationship with CSA.

Dafabet is already associated with CSA as a headline events partner for Test and One-Day International cricket, as well as the back-of-shirt sponsor of the Proteas Men and Proteas Women.

CSA Chief Executive Officer, Pholetsi Moseki, commented: “The 2026/27 season marks an exciting new chapter for domestic cricket in South Africa. We have taken a deliberate approach to simplify and strengthen the way our competitions are positioned, creating a clear identity that fans, players, partners and stakeholders can connect with.

“Bringing the T20 Challenge and T20 Knockout together under the Pro20 banner gives us one strong, unified T20 competition that brings together 16 teams and creates a bigger platform for our players and teams to compete, perform and build their reputations.

“At the same time, the Pro50 and the 1st Class Series competitions reinforce the importance of both white-ball and red-ball cricket within our domestic system. The increased number of first-class matches is particularly important as we continue to develop players capable of competing successfully at international level.

“We are also delighted to welcome Dafabet as the competition partner of the Pro50. Their continued investment in South African cricket demonstrates the strength of our partnership and their commitment to the domestic game. These competitions will provide an exciting platform for players, teams and fans as we build towards another important period in South African cricket.”

Fixtures below.

Hollywoodbets Pro_50 and Pro_20 Fixtures 2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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Dafabet Pro50 Shield Div_2_2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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Dafabet Pro50 Cup Div 1_2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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CSA Womens Provincial Fixtures 2026_27 - Inland & Coastal Pools - Final.xlsx

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CSA Colts 3-Day and 1-Day Domestic 2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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1st Class Shield Div_2_2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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Pro20 Cup_2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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1st Class Series Div_1_2026_27 - Final.xlsx

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Meanwhile, Cricket South Africa (CSA) is delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with Jonsson Workwear as an Official Sponsor of the Proteas and the Official Workwear and Apparel Supplier to CSA.

As part of the sponsorship, Jonsson Workwear's logo will feature on the sleeves of the ODI and T20I playing kits for the Proteas Men’s and Women’s teams.

The partnership will see CSA staff dressed in Jonsson Workwear, ensuring that those working to make world-class performances possible are clothed with purpose-built apparel to meet the demands of their roles.

CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki said, “The CSA family continues to grow, and we couldn’t be prouder to partner with Jonsson Workwear, a homegrown South African industry leader.

“The collaboration unites two organisations that are committed to excellence and social cohesion. We are excited to join forces with a brand that will make us look good as we deliver a bumper summer of cricket and beyond.”

The announcement comes as both organisations continue to build momentum. South African cricket is enjoying a period of renewed confidence and success following the Proteas men's ICC World Test Championship victory, while Jonsson Workwear continues to strengthen its presence with an expanding national and international footprint.

At its core, the partnership is built on hard work, excellence and endurance, qualities that have shaped cricket's rich tradition and continue to shape Jonsson Workwear.

Nick Jonsson, CEO of Jonsson Workwear, said, “There's a real sense of pride in bringing together two South African brands that represent hard work and performance. The Proteas carry the hopes of the nation on the world stage and in many ways reflect the grit we see in hardworking people across South Africa every day.

“For Jonsson Workwear, partnering with the Proteas is more than a sponsorship, this partnership reflects a shared belief that success is earned through dedication, teamwork and an unwavering commitment to excellence.”

The partnership begins with the upcoming tri-series featuring Namibia and Zimbabwe, ahead of a packed summer schedule that includes contests against Australia and England at home.