The Playing Conditions for the Standard Bank Pro20 Series is as per domestic 45 overs cricket, with the exception of the following:

Match Regulations:

a. A free hit for a "front foot" no-ball
b. No-ball penalised by 2 runs
c. 7-over fielding restrictions
d. A minimum of 5 bowlers, bowling 4 overs each
e. A minimum of 7 overs per side constitutes a match
f. Points deducted from log for slow over rate of 1 point per over not completed

The Log:

a. The points system for the log is the same as 45 overs domestic cricket

Semi-Finals and Final:

a. A "no-result" semi-final will be determined by past performance in the preliminary round
b. A tied semi-final will be determined by performance based criteria from that match. These criteria will be confirmed at a later date
c. A "no-result" final will result in the trophy being shared
d. A tied final will be determined by performance based criteria from that match. These criteria will be confirmed at a later date

Playing Times:

a. Day matches begin at 2.30pm and day/ night matches at 5.30pm (Sun 25 April at SuperSport Park - match begins at 12 noon)
b. The lunch/ dinner break is 20 minutes

Day matches:
1st Innings: 2.30pm - 3.50pm
2nd Innings: 4.10pm - 5.30pm

Day/night matches:
1st Innings: 5.30pm - 6.50pm
2nd Innings: 7.10pm - 8.30pm

Note: Please refer to the 2003/ 2004 Playing Conditions for the full set of regulations pertaining to 45 overs domestic cricket