MI Cape Town will kick off their SA20 title defence with a home game against Durban's Super Giants at Newlands on 26 December after the league announced the fixtures for the fourth season.
At least 72 player slots will be up for grabs and an increased salary cap for the six franchises in the SA20 auction that will take place on 9 September in Johannesburg.
Five players from MI Cape Town have earned spots in the 2025 SA20 Team of the Season, which is led by Aiden Markram.
League Commissioner Graeme Smith believes Betway SA20 has cemented itself as a major sporting event on the calendar following a hugely successful Season 3.
Marco Jansen will not have any more space on his mantelpiece at home soon.
MI Cape Town captain Rashid Khan credits team effort for their maiden SA20 championship title.