SA20 has officially announced its lineup of match officials for the upcoming 2025-26 season, comprising a high-calibre mix of international veterans and rising stars. The selection underlines the league’s commitment to world-class umpiring as they prepare for another exciting season of the popular tournament.
Global experience paves the way
The squad is led by ICC Elite Panel umpires Allahuddin Palekar And Adrian HoldstockPalekar, the reigning Cricket South Africa (CSA) Umpire of the Year with 161 T20 matches under his belt, brings immense technical expertise to the tournament,
The return of adding significant weight to the panel is marais erasmusThe former ICC Umpire of the Year, known for his calm demeanor and accuracy, brings experience of 267 international matches to the group,
A diverse and international panel
The full panel comprises 18 umpires and six match referees who will oversee the six-team competition at prestigious grounds including Boland Park, Centurion, Kingsmead, Newlands, St George’s Park and Wanderers.
To promote global collaboration, the panel also includes England’s Ian Blackwell as part of the Umpire Exchange Programme. In addition, the League welcomes abdouela steenkampCurrent CSA Umpire of the Year.
Full list of umpires in SA20 2026
Lauren Agenbag, Ian Blackwell (England), Marais Erasmus, Mazzei Gampu, Siphelele Gasa, Babalo Gakuma, Stephen Harris, Adrian Holdstock, Arno Jacobs, Bongani Jelle, Thomas Mokorosi, Andre Olivier, Allahuddin Palekar, Dennis Smith, Abongil Sodumo, Abdoela Steenkamp, Brad White, Warren Wingard.
Match referee for SA20
Rudy Birkenstock, Shandre Fritz, Clifford Isaac, Barry Lambson, Laurence Matros, Gerry Pienaar.
Also read: SA20 2026 squad: List of players and captains of all six teams
