• SA20 have officially announced their lineup of match officials for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

  • The full panel consists of 18 umpires and six match referees.

SA20 unveils elite match officials panel for the 2025-26 season
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SA20 have officially announced their lineup of match officials for the upcoming 2025-26 season, featuring a high-caliber mix of international veterans and rising stars. The selection underscores the league’s commitment to world-class officiating as they prepare for another exciting season of the popular tournament.

Global experience leads the way

The contingent is headlined by ICC Elite Panel Umpires Allahudien Paleker and Adrian Holdstock. Paleker, the reigning Cricket South Africa (CSA) Umpire of the Year with 161 T20s under his belt, brings immense technical expertise to the tournament.

Adding significant weight to the panel is the return of Marais Erasmus. The former ICC Umpire of the Year, renowned for his calm demeanor and precision, brings the experience of 267 international matches to the group.

A diverse and international panel

The full panel consists of 18 umpires and six match referees who will oversee the six-team competition at iconic grounds including Boland Park, Centurion, Kingsmead, Newlands, St George’s Park, and the Wanderers.

In a move to foster global collaboration, the panel also features Ian Blackwell from England as part of an Umpire Exchange Programme. Furthermore, the league welcomes Abdoellaah Steenkamp, the current CSA Umpires’ Umpire of the Year.

Also READ: SA20 2026: TV channels, live streaming details – When and where to watch in India, Australia, Pakistan, USA, UK & other countries

Complete list of umpires at SA20 2026

Lauren Agenbag, Ian Blackwell (ENG), Marais Erasmus, Mazizi Gampu, Siphelele Gasa, Babalo Gcuma, Stephen Harris, Adrian Holdstock, Arno Jacobs, Bongani Jele, Thomas Mokorosi, Andre Olivier, Allahudien Paleker, Dennis Smith, Abongile Sodumo, Abdoellaah Steenkamp, Brad White, Warren Wyngaard.

Match Referees for SA20

Rudi Birkenstock, Shandre Fritz, Clifford Isaacs, Barry Lambson, Laurence Matroos, Gerrie Pienaar.

Also READ: SA20 2026 Squads: Players list and captains of all six teams

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