Joburg Super Kings (JSK) are a professional T20 cricket team based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Founded in 2022, they made their debut in the inaugural SA20 season in January 2023.
Owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited, JSK form part of the wider Super Kings franchise network. This guide covers the team’s latest squad, ownership, coaching staff, home ground and SA20 record.
What Is Joburg Super Kings?
| Detail | Joburg Super Kings |
|---|---|
| League | SA20 |
| Captain | Not announced for 2027 as of 17 October 2026 |
| Home ground | Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| Owner | Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited |
| SA20 trophies | 0 through the 2026 season |
Joburg Super Kings (JSK) were established in 2022 as one of the six original franchises in South Africa’s SA20 league. Representing Johannesburg, the team adopted “Joburg”, a shortened name for the city, alongside the Super Kings identity shared with Chennai Super Kings.
JSK made their debut in the inaugural tournament in January 2023, with Faf du Plessis as captain and Stephen Fleming as head coach. They finished second in the league stage before losing to Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the semifinal, ending their first campaign one victory short of the final.
Who Owns Joburg Super Kings?
Joburg Super Kings are owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited (CSKCL), the company that also owns Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. The company runs JSK through its South African subsidiary, Joburg Super Kings (Pty) Ltd. Both teams belong to the wider Super Kings franchise network.
JSK forms the South African arm of the Super Kings franchise network, alongside CSK in India and Texas Super Kings (TSK) in the USA. While all three carry the Super Kings identity, they operate through distinct franchise structures in their respective T20 leagues.
Here is detailed information of who owns CSK, and a look at the ownership of JSK and how its parent organization also runs the Chennai Super Kings.
JSK Captain and Coaching Staff
| Role | Name | Season / appointment status |
|---|---|---|
| Head coach | Albie Morkel | SA20 2027 / Confirmed |
| Bowling coach | Allan Donald | SA20 2027 / Confirmed |
| Fielding coach | Pierre de Bruyn | SA20 2027 / Confirmed |
| Physiotherapist | Evan Speechly | SA20 2027 / Confirmed |
| Captain | To be confirmed | SA20 2027 / Awaiting announcement |
For the upcoming fifth season of the SA20, JSK’s captain has not yet been announced, even though the full squad has been assembled following the completion of the 2027 auction. Joburg Super Kings’ head coach is Albie Morkel, appointed ahead of the season after Stephen Fleming decided to part ways with the franchise.
JSK have also appointed Allan Donald as bowling coach and Pierre de Bruyn as fielding coach. Evan Speechly joins as physiotherapist, completing the franchise’s updated coaching and support setup.
Joburg Super Kings Squad and Players
| Player | Role | 2027 Squad Status |
|---|---|---|
| Faf du Plessis | Batter | Auction signing |
| James Vince | Batter | Pre-signed |
| Leus du Plooy | Batter | Retained |
| Rilee Rossouw | Batter | Retained |
| Donovan Ferreira | Wicketkeeper-batter | Retained |
| Matthew de Villiers | Wicketkeeper-batter | Retained |
| Andries Gous | Wicketkeeper-batter | Auction signing |
| Kieron Pollard | All-rounder | Auction signing |
| Jason Holder | All-rounder | Pre-signed |
| Jamie Overton | All-rounder | Wildcard signing |
| Dian Forrester | All-rounder | Retained |
| Dayyaan Galiem | All-rounder | Auction signing |
| Jason Rowles | All-rounder (Under-23) | Auction signing |
| Jarren Bacher | All-rounder (Under-23) | Retained |
| Duan Jansen | Bowler | Retained |
| Blessing Muzarabani | Bowler | Auction signing |
| Akeal Hosein | Bowler | Pre-signed |
| Janco Smit | Bowler | Retained |
| Prenelan Subrayen | Bowler | Retained |
For SA20 2027, the Joburg Super Kings squad has a balanced mix across the batting, wicketkeeping, all-round, and bowling departments. At the top of the order, Faf du Plessis and James Vince provide experienced batting options, while Kieron Pollard strengthens the lower-middle order with his power-hitting caliber.
Donovan Ferreira and Matthew de Villiers provide wicket-keeping cover, while also providing support to the middle order. The all-round options include Dian Forrester, Jason Holder and Jamie Overton, while Duan Jansen and Blessing Muzarabani lead the pace attack. Akeal Hosein adds depth to the spin bowling unit. With many other players available across the Joburg Super Kings squad, the team appears balanced and strong for the upcoming season.
Leus du Plooy and Rilee Rossouw add further batting options, while Andries Gous joins Donovan Ferreira and Matthew de Villiers among the wicketkeeper-batters. Dayyaan Galiem, Jason Rowles and Jarren Bacher expand the all-round options, while Janco Smit adds another bowling option and Prenelan Subrayen strengthens the spin department. These additions complete JSK’s 19-player squad for SA20 2027.
JSK Home Ground: The Wanderers Stadium
JSK’s home ground is the Wanderers Stadium, which is located in Illovo, Johannesburg, South Africa. Officially known as DP World Wanderers Stadium, it serves as the home venue for Joburg Super Kings during the SA20 tournament.
Known by the nickname “The Bullring,” the stadium has hosted major international matches, including the 2003 Cricket World Cup final. It has an approximate seating capacity of 34,000.
JSK’s Recent Record at the Wanderers
JSK won three of their five home fixtures in SA20 2025, beating MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Paarl Royals. They lost to Durban’s Super Giants, while their match against Pretoria Capitals ended without a result. myKhel
Their home results declined in 2026. JSK beat Durban’s Super Giants in a Super Over but lost to MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals. Their remaining two fixtures, against Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Paarl Royals, produced no results.
| SA20 Season | Home League Fixtures | Wins | Losses | No Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2025 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 | 5 | 1* | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 20 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Joburg Super Kings’ SA20 Record by Season
Although Joburg Super Kings are yet to win the SA20 trophy, they have qualified for the playoffs in every season through 2026. In their latest campaign, JSK finished fourth in the league stage before ending their campaign in the Eliminator, losing to Paarl Royals. JSK’s SA20 record reflects its consistency and determination, with the team regularly keeping itself in contention.
| Season | League position | Final stage reached |
| 2023 | 2nd position | Semi-finals |
| 2024 | 4th position | Qualifier-2 |
| 2025 | 4th position | Eliminator |
| 2026 | 4th position | Eliminator |
How Many Trophies Have JSK Won?
JSK did not win any SA20 trophies through the 2026 season, although it has reached the playoffs in every campaign. Their best finish came in the 2024 season, when it reached the Qualifier-2 by defeating Paarl Royals in the Eliminator, before losing to Durban Super Giants. Hence, the total number of Joburg Super Kings’ titles remains zero.
Joburg Super Kings Schedule
Joburg Super Kings’ schedule for the fifth SA20 season features fixtures from January to February 2027. JSK will kick-off its campaign against Paarl Royals, in the second game of the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does JSK stand for?
JSK stands for Joburg Super Kings, a professional T20 cricket team based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Are Joburg Super Kings and Johannesburg Super Kings the same team?
Yes. Johannesburg Super Kings refers to the same team, but the official franchise name is Joburg Super Kings. “Joburg” is a shortened name for Johannesburg.
Which league do Joburg Super Kings play in?
Joburg Super Kings compete in SA20, South Africa’s T20 franchise cricket league. They made their debut in the inaugural season in January 2023.
Who owns Joburg Super Kings?
Joburg Super Kings are owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Limited, the company that also owns Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. It runs JSK through its South African subsidiary, Joburg Super Kings (Pty) Ltd.
Who is the captain of Joburg Super Kings for SA20 2027?
As of 17 October 2026, Joburg Super Kings have not announced their captain for SA20 2027.
Who is the head coach of Joburg Super Kings?
Albie Morkel is JSK’s head coach for SA20 2027. Allan Donald serves as bowling coach, while Pierre de Bruyn is the fielding coach.
What is Joburg Super Kings’ home ground?
JSK play their home matches at the Wanderers Stadium in Illovo, Johannesburg. The venue is popularly known as “The Bullring.”
How many trophies have Joburg Super Kings won?
Joburg Super Kings have won zero SA20 trophies through the 2026 season. They qualified for the playoffs in all four editions but have never reached the final.
Where can I find the full Joburg Super Kings squad?
Visit our Joburg Super Kings squad page for the complete player list and signing details for SA20 2027.
