SA20 2025-26: Lance Klusener reappointed as Durban’s Super Giants head coach

The Durban’s Super Giants have announced that Lance Klusener will return as Head Coach for the upcoming 2025-26 SA20 season, marking his fourth consecutive year leading the franchise.

Klusener, a respected figure in global cricket and one of South Africa’s most celebrated all-rounders, has been instrumental in shaping the Durban’s Super Giants’ identity since joining in the inaugural season. Under his guidance, the team reached the finals in Season 2, and although Season 3 was a challenging campaign, the franchise remains committed to its long ]term vision of building a title-winning unit.

“It’s a privilege to continue this journey with the Durban’s Super Giants and the RPSG Group. The support and belief shown in me is deeply appreciated. I look forward to building something even more special this season,” Klusner said.

“We’ve laid the foundation over the past three years. Now, it's time to build a team that can consistently challenge for the title and make Durban proud. Durban is my home. Coaching this franchise is more than a job—it’s a mission to build something enduring with our fans and players,” he added.

Speaking on the player auction set for September 9, Klusener added: “We’ve done a deep review of our past season and have identified key areas for improvement. This auction gives us a crucial opportunity to strengthen our squad and return to our best.”

Klusener also expressed gratitude to the ownership group: “Working with Dr. Sanjiv Goenka and the RPSG Group has been one of the most professionally rewarding relationships in my coaching career. Their clarity of vision and commitment to the players and fans makes this franchise truly world-class.”

Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman of the RPSG Group, shared a personal note on the decision: “Lance brings a unique blend of strategic clarity, composure under pressure, and deep understanding of the modern T20 landscape. His alignment with our vision for the Durban’s Super Giants makes him the ideal leader to continue shaping the team’s future.”

With the SA20 fixture list now live and the auction scheduled for September 9, all eyes turn to how the Durban’s Super Giants will shape their squad for the 2026 campaign.