Cricket is the heartbeat of South Africa! The CSA Four-Day Series brings together the finest teams from across the nation. Each province has its own team with incredible players who live and breathe cricket.
This tournament features South Africa’s best cricket talent across two competitive divisions. Let’s explore all the teams and what makes each one special!
CSA Four-Day Series 2025-26: What You Need to Know
The CSA Four-Day Series is South Africa’s premier domestic cricket tournament. Teams from different provinces compete against each other in the traditional four-day format. It serves as the breeding ground for future Proteas stars.
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Tournament Name | CSA Four-Day Series 2025-26 |
Country | South Africa |
Total Teams | 15 teams (8 Division One, 7 Division Two) |
Players | Mix of experienced stars and emerging talent |
Format | Four-Day matches (First-class cricket) |
Coverage | All across South Africa |
All CSA Four-Day Series Teams and Players
The tournament features 15 teams split across two divisions, showcasing the depth of South African cricket talent. Here are the 15 teams competing in both divisions:
1. Titans
The powerhouse from Pretoria boasts some of South Africa’s biggest stars. Known for their strong batting lineup and quality bowling attack.
Star Batsmen: Neil Brand, Dewald Brevis, Keegan Petersen, Aiden Markram, Rivaldo Moonsamy, Lesego Senokwane
All-Rounders: Corbin Bosch, Dayyaan Galiem, Duan Jansen, Simon Harmer, Andile Phehlukwayo, Roelof van der Merwe
Wicket Keepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Lhuan-dre Pretorius
Bowlers: Junior Dala, Junaid Dawood, Tsepo Ndwandwa, Lungi Ngidi, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Lizaad Williams
2. Lions
From the City of Gold, the Lions bring fierce competition with a blend of experience and youth.
Star Batsmen: Dominic Hendricks, Joshua Richards, Zubayr Hamza, Mitchell van Buuren, Connor Esterhuizen
All-Rounders: Bjorn Fortuin, Delano Potgieter, Evan Jones, Codi Yusuf
Wicket Keepers: Wandile Makwetu, Tiaan Brits
Bowlers: Lutho Sipamla, Nqaba Peter, Siya Plaatjie, Beyers Swanepoel, Richard Seletswane
3. Warriors
The Eastern Cape warriors fight with passion and determination. Known for developing excellent batting talent.
Star Batsmen: Matthew Breetzke, Jordan Hermann, Tristan Stubbs, Matthew de Villiers, Jean du Plessis, JP King
All-Rounders: Senuran Muthusamy, Patrick Kruger, Modiri Litheko
Wicket Keepers: Sinethemba Qeshile, Aviwe Mgijima
Bowlers: Duanne Olivier, Gideon Peters, Ntando Soni, Kerwin Mungroo, Wesley Bedja, Matthew Boast
4. Western Province
The Mother City team with rich cricket heritage. Strong in all departments with quality players.
Star Batsmen: David Bedingham, Tony de Zorzi, Jiveshan Pillay, Jono Bird, Joshua van Heerden, Eddie Moore, Daniel Smith
All-Rounders: George Linde, Kyle Simmonds, Oliver Whitehead, Juan James
Wicket Keepers: Kyle Verreynne, Valentine Kitime, Raeeq Daniels
Bowlers: Beuran Hendricks, Dane Paterson, Nandre Burger, Tshepo Moreki, Mthiwekhaya Nabe
5. Dolphins
From the coastal city of Durban, they bring flair and fighting spirit to every match.
Star Batsmen: Khaya Zondo, Marques Ackerman, Bryce Parsons, Tristan Luus, Jason Smith
All-Rounders: Jon-Jon Smuts, Andile Simelane, Eathan Bosch, Okuhle Cele
Wicket Keepers: Tshepang Dithole, Slade Van Staden
Bowlers: Ottniel Baartman, Prenelan Subrayen, Hanu Viljoen
6. Boland
The winelands team with a strong fighting spirit and emerging talent.
Star Batsmen: Pieter Malan, Grant Roelofsen, Jevano Baron, Ethan Cunningham, Gavin Kaplan
All-Rounders: Ferisco Adams, Lehan Botha, Clyde Fortuin, Aviwe Mgijima
Wicket Keepers: Grant Roelofsen, Clyde Fortuin
Bowlers: Glenton Stuurman, Shaun von Berg, Ayabulela Gqamane, Keith Dudgeon, Akhona Mnyaka, Nathan Jacobs
7. North West
A team on the rise with exciting young talent mixed with experienced campaigners.
Star Batsmen: Wihan Lubbe, Raynard van Tonder, Janneman Malan, Lesiba Ngoepe, Diego Rosier
All-Rounders: Ruan de Swardt, Onke Nyaku, Rubin Hermann, Meeka-eel Prince
Wicket Keepers: Lesiba Ngoepe
Bowlers: Alfred Mothoa, Jade de Klerk, Migael Pretorius, Dian Forrester, Caleb Seleka, Achille Cloete
8. KwaZulu-Natal Inland (Tuskers)
The inland team brings passion and determination from the heart of KwaZulu-Natal.
Star Batsmen: Michael Erlank, Sean Gilson, Cameron Shekleton, Malcolm Nofal
All-Rounders: Wayne Parnell, Sean Whitehead, Kagiso Rapulana
Wicket Keepers: Michael Erlank
Bowlers: Daryn Dupavillon, Hardus Viljoen, Mbulelo Budaza, Ziyaad Abrahams, Marcello Piedt, Renaldo Meyer
9. Knights
Despite relegation, the Knights remain a formidable force with quality players looking to bounce back.
Star Batsmen: Jacques Snyman, Isaac Dikgale, Gihan Cloete, Ruan Haasbroek
All-Rounders: Patrick Botha, Johan van Dyk, Dane Piedt
Wicket Keepers: Cole Abrahams
Bowlers: Malusi Siboto, Sisanda Magala, Tiaan van Vuuren, Seth Fledermaus
10. Northern Cape
The desert warriors bringing determination and grit to every match.
Star Batsmen: Romano Terblanche, Morne Venter, Garnett Tarr
All-Rounders: Thamsanqa Kumalo, James Ritchie
Wicket Keepers: Tshepo Ntuli, Ronan Herrmann
Bowlers: Benjamin van Rensburg, Nhlakanipho Mpungose, Odirile Modimokoane
11. South Western Districts
Representing the beautiful Garden Route with emerging talent and fighting spirit.
Star Batsmen: Liam Alder, Kyle Jacobs, Heath Richards, Ruan Terblanche, George van Heerden
All-Rounders: Beni Hansen, Pheko Moletsane, Zack Momberg
Wicket Keepers: Banele Cele
Bowlers: Mondli Khumalo, Sintu Majiza, Yaseen Valli
12. Eastern Storm (Easterns)
The storm from the Eastern Cape bringing intensity and passion to the competition.
Star Batsmen: Grant Thomson, Ernest Kemm, Dewan Marais, Martin Khumalo, Jurie Snyman
All-Rounders: Tumelo Simelane, Andrew Rasemene, Chris Britz
Wicket Keepers: Amaan Khan
Bowlers: Jesse Albanie, Kabelo Sekhukhune, Andrew Rasemene
13. Limpopo
From the northern province, bringing raw talent and determination to compete with the best.
Star Batsmen: Ludwig Kaestner, Liam Peters, Matthew Hollard
All-Rounders: Sizwe Masondo, Emmanuel Motswiri, Atwell Makgoloboto
Wicket Keepers: Don Radebe
Bowlers: Louren Steenkamp, CP Klijnhans, Shelton Ngobeni, Maphekgola Pootona
14. Border
The coastal team with a proud cricket tradition and fighting spirit.
Star Batsmen: Jerome Bossr, Hardus Coetzer, Michael Copeland, Christiaan du Toit
All-Rounders: Matthew Fourie, Jason Niemand, Chad Claasen
Wicket Keepers: Chad Claasen
Bowlers: Thando Ntini, Nathan Roux, Kgaudi Molefe, Wian Ruthven
15. Mpumalanga
The Rhinos charge forward with determination, representing the lowveld region with pride.
Star Batsmen: Karabo Mogotsi, Muhammad Mayet, Hermann Rolfes, Yassar Cook
All-Rounders: Musa Twala, Gareth Dukes, Aubrey Swanepoel, Zakir Kathrada
Wicket Keepers: Yassar Cook
Bowlers: Jon Hinrichsen, Tetelo Maphaka, Ben van Niekerk, Kurtlyn Mannikam
Conclusion: CSA Four-Day Series Has 15 Teams in Total
The CSA Four-Day Series demonstrates the incredible depth of South African cricket talent. Each province brings its unique style, passion, and cricketing culture to the tournament. From the powerhouse Titans to the determined Knights in Division Two, every team has the potential to produce future Proteas stars.
The tournament structure with two divisions ensures competitive cricket at every level. Division One showcases established stars and emerging talent, while Division Two provides a platform for developing players to make their mark.
From the coastal regions of the Western Cape to the highveld of Gauteng, from the Garden Route to Limpopo, cricket unites South Africa. The 2025-26 season promises thrilling four-day battles and the emergence of new cricket heroes.
FAQs
There are 15 teams total – 8 in Division One and 7 in Division Two.
Teams play traditional four-day first-class cricket matches, the longest format of the game.
The Knights were relegated from Division One to Division Two for the 2025-26 season.
All teams are competitive, but the Titans, Lions, and Warriors have historically been among the strongest performers.
Matches are broadcast on television and available through streaming services across South Africa, with selected matches receiving live coverage.
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