Cricket South Africa’s 4-Day Series 2025-26 started on Thursday (September 25)

Cricket South Africa’s 4-Day Series 2025-26 started on Thursday (September 25) – here's how you can watch the matches live across TV and digital platforms.

When will the 2025-26 CSA 4-Day Series be played?

The tournament, split into Division 1 and Division 2 based on a relegation-promotion system, began on September 25. Division 1 will feature eight teams playing 28 league matches ahead of the final, starting February 18. Meanwhile, seven teams in Division 2 will contest 20 league stage matches before their final on February 6.

The teams competing in Division 1 for the 2025-26 season will be the Lions, Titans, Boland, Dolphins, Tuskers, Dragons, Warriors, and Western Province. Meanwhile, Division 2 will comprise Eastern Cape Linyathi, Eastern Storm, Garden Route Badgers, Knights, Limpopo Impalas, Mpumalanga Rhinos and Northern Cape Heat.

Who are the defending champions?

The previous season saw the Lions and Titans crowned joint champions after a drawn final. The Lions declared their first innings at 413-7, powered by Zubayr Hamza's 103. The Titans were then skittled for just 123, conceding a massive lead. Forced to follow on, they fought back brilliantly, with Lhuan-dre Pretorius scoring 114 in their second innings of 371. The season was also notable for Dewald Brevis's resurgent form, amassing 573 runs at an average of 47.75 and a strike-rate of 88.69.

CSA 4-Day Series 2025-26: Where to watch on TV and live streaming?

All matches of the CSA 4-Day Series Division 1 and 2 will be streamed live on Cricket South Africa's YouTube Channel. There won't be any broadcast service for the same.

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