SuperSport Schools Launches New Cricket Magazine Show: Cricket on 216
Johannesburg, Gauteng, 14 January 2026 – SuperSport Schools is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new cricket magazine show, Cricket on 216, premiering on Thursday, 15 January 2026 at 19:00 on DStv Channel 216 and then On-Demand on the SuperSport Schools YouTube Channel.
Designed to bring fans closer to the heartbeat of school and youth cricket across South Africa, Cricket on 216 will deliver weekly highlights, expert insights, player features, and deep-dive analysis from the country’s most competitive young cricket platforms.
The show will shine a spotlight on the Switch Schools SA20 Volume 2 competition, giving viewers unparalleled access to rising stars shaping the future of the sport. It will also cover the prestigious Khaya Majola Cricket Week, along with a range of provincial tournaments that continue to showcase some of South Africa’s most exciting emerging talent.
Further coverage will include big school derbies, stand-alone fixtures, and key matchups that ignite passion within school cricket communities nationwide. With the annual Men’s U19 ODI Cricket World Cup taking place again, Cricket on 216 will also track South Africa’s rising Proteas as they take on the world stage.
Hosted by SuperSport Schools favourites, Olwethu Zondo, Johan “Spoed” Smith, Kuhle “Kooks” Sonkosi, and Mpendulo Magubane, the show brings together a dynamic blend of insight, energy, and personality. Joining the team for the first time is Thando Dlamini, who will lead coverage on the girls’ and women’s game, bringing much-needed visibility and analysis to one of the fastest-growing sectors in youth cricket.
Dlamini is a dynamic young presenter with a digital-first storytelling style and a strong passion for cricket. She has covered a range of major school and youth cricket events, such as the TuksSport Fly@UP and CSA Domestic Season Launch. Her fresh energy and deep understanding of the women’s and girls’ game, and her relatable on-screen presence, align perfectly with SuperSport’s Here for Her ambition.
“Cricket on 216 is an important milestone for us,” said Thando Bakumeni, General Manager of SuperSport Schools. “South Africa’s school and youth cricket system is rich with talent, passion, and unforgettable stories. This show gives the next generation of Proteas a powerful platform to be seen, celebrated, and supported. We are also excited to expand our coverage of the girls’ and women’s game, a space where growth and potential are limitless.”
Cricket on 216 promises to be the definitive destination for fans, schools, players, and families wanting to stay connected to the pulse of youth cricket in South Africa.
Don’t miss the premiere on Thursday, 15 January at 19:00, only on SuperSport Schools DStv Channel 216 and then rewatch it on the SuperSport Schools YouTube Channel.
