One-handed heroics: Fans bank big in Season 4 of the SA20
Fans snag life-changing rewards as season 4 peaks. Discover how one-handed heroics at the stadium turned spectators into R2 million winners.
The South African summer sky played host to an incredible display of skill in the stands during the recently concluded season 4 of the Betway SA20.
While the Sunrisers Eastern Cape ultimately confirmed their dominance on the field by defeating the Pretoria Capitals in the final on 25 January 2026 to lift their third consecutive championship trophy, the real drama for many fans centered on the grass banks.
The fan-favourite Betway Catch R2 Million competition reached new heights of gees as spectators across the country sharpened their skills for a life-changing reward.
How to grab your share of the prize
The rules for the SA20 one hand catch remained a test of nerve and precision throughout the season. To qualify for a share of the R2 million prize pool, a spectator had to legitimately take a clean, one-handed catch off a six launched into the crowd.
The Golden Rule: The catch must be clean and cannot touch anything other than the palm of the spectator’s hand. This means no juggling and no help from hats, umbrellas, or a neighbour’s shoulder!
For those looking to bank even bigger, the digital “Triple Bonus” became a major talking point this year. Fans who took a successful catch and had played the exclusive Betway Catch Game online before the match saw their winnings instantly tripled.
A season of spectacular snags
Season 4 proved to be a record-breaking year for fan engagement, with the “Catch R2 Million” fever spreading to every host city. The competition saw a steady stream of winners from the very first match:
- Fast Start: The season’s first catch was secured at Newlands during the opening match on 26 December 2025.
- Paarl Milestone: A notable highlight occurred in Paarl, which celebrated its first catch of the season and the first-ever player to successfully triple their winnings via the online game.
- Mid-Season Surge: By the halfway point of the tournament, eight spectacular one-handed catches had already been recorded.
- The Final Count: The momentum continued into the business end of the season, with the 13th and final winning catch taken during the Eliminator on 22 January 2026.
Why the competition is the heart of SA20
The competition has become an integral part of the stadium experience, turning ordinary spectators into stadium heroes. Since the league’s inception, lucky fans have shared in millions of Rands in winnings, proving that insightful, well-informed positioning on the grass banks is central to success.
Whether you were relaxing at the “Bullring” in Johannesburg or soaking up the sun at St George’s Park, the SA20 one hand catch has solidified itself as a beloved South African tradition. It captures that unique moment of adrenaline when a six hangs in the air and a share of R2 million is just one hand away