South Africa’s new T20 Global League postponed until 2018
October 11, 2017
South Africa’s new domestic Twenty20 (T20 Global League) competition has been postponed by 12 months until November 2018.
The league was set to start next month, with England’s Eoin Morgan among a host of marquee international names due to take part.
The division is planning to be South Africa’s answer to the Indian Premier League and Australia’s Big Bash League but Cricket South Africa (CSA) and T20 Global League have made the decision to defer the inaugural competition.
“We have not come to this decision lightly,” said CSA Acting CEO, Thabang Moroe.
“Having discussed it with all our stakeholders including the franchise owners, we believe that the interest of the league should be our first priority. We have re-assessed our strategy and believe that postponing the first edition of the T20 Global League to next year will serve us well.
“We will regroup and come back stronger and better. At this time, we also wish to thank all the players, sponsors, broadcast partners, SACA (South African Cricketers Association) and FICA (Federation of International Cricketers) who have committed to the project.
“We appreciate the continued support of the individuals and organisations who have believed in this tournament.”
