Chante Hohip16 January 2025 | 12:26

SA20 injects R4b into SA economy, creates 8,500 jobs – Graeme Smith

Season three of the SA20 is bigger and better than ever.

SA20 injects R4b into SA economy, creates 8,500 jobs – Graeme Smith

The DP Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. Photo: Facebook/DP World Wanderers

Bongani Bingwa chats to SA20 League Commissioner, Graeme Smith. 

Into its third season, the SA20 cricket league is growing at an astronomical rate.

It has gained popularity for the sport and teams, all while positively contributing to the economy.

Smith reports the league has brought over R4 billion to the economy over the last two seasons, and created 8,500 jobs per season.

“It’s been amazing to see the support the league has gotten. From a player's perspective, the teams have gotten strong… just seeing the fans in numbers having a good time has been goosebump moments for me.” 
– Graeme Smith, League Commissioner – SA20 
“Four years ago, cricket wasn’t in a great place in this country… we wanted to bring the fans [back]… create a platform where our South African players can compete with the top international players.” 
– Graeme Smith, League Commissioner – SA20 

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