The ICC has handed an “unsatisfactory” rating to the pitch that hosted the New Year’s Test between South Africa and India at Newlands. Photo: Official SA20 website.
Cape Town to host another major sporting event
Newlands Stadium in Cape Town has been unveiled as the venue for the final of one of the biggest showpieces on the local sporting calendar.
The ICC has handed an “unsatisfactory” rating to the pitch that hosted the New Year’s Test between South Africa and India at Newlands. Photo: Official SA20 website.
The SA20 league has announced that the final of the second edition of the popular cricket tournament will be played at Newlands in Cape Town on 10 February 2024.
Additionally, the picturesque stadium will also host the first playoff qualifier on 6 February.
The Wanderers in Joburg will host two back-to-back knockout matches – the eliminator on 7 February and the second qualifier on 8 February.
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LEAGUE COMMISSIONER PRAISES CAPE TOWN
“With only 50 days to go until the first ball is bowled, today marks another significant day as we announce the City of Cape Town as our host city for the final and confirm our venues for the playoffs and final,” said former Proteas captain Graeme Smith in his role as SA20 league commissioner.
“Summer and cricket have always been synonymous with one another and with the January/February window locked in annually, the SA20 will be the place to be.
“Cape Town is not only a global tourist destination for summer holidays but is a proven event destination successfully hosting the Women’s T20 World Cup final, the Volvo Ocean Race, the URC final, the Cape Epic and many more.
“This is a city with a unique vibe, iconic locations and incredible entertainment options. We look forward to it hosting a world-class final come 10 February 2024.”
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