The fourth edition of the SA20 tournament is set to start on 26 December this year.
This is because the Proteas will not be playing any home Tests in the 2025-26 season.
CSA CEO Pholetsi Moseki told the Sunday Times that moving the SA20 forward to fill this gap in the calendar “makes the most sense”.
He added: “We are still negotiating for a series, but there won’t be Test matches, definitely not on Boxing Day or New Year’s Day.
“We’re looking at some international cricket at home next season, but it will be white ball matches. Hosting a Test becomes logistically challenging at a late stage like this.”
Moseki said shifting the SA20 would benefit the Proteas.
“There’s also the T20 World Cup in February 2026, so it’s a nice opportunity for the players before that tournament.”
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