Take a closer look at how the drama unfolded when Dewald Brevis and Aiden Markram were acquired by their SA20 franchises.
From tactical bidding strategies to team composition insights, these videos breaks down the decisions that led to two of the tournament’s most impactful signings.
Dewald Brevis
Aiden Markram
The Betway SA20 tournament starts on 26 December, with every game live on SuperSport.
CLICK HERE for the full fixture list...
Fans have an opportunity to secure the hottest seats in town with tickets for Season 4 of Betway SA20 going on sale on Tuesday.
The highly anticipated fourth season will take place in a new festive window between 26 December 2025 and 25 January 2026, giving holiday-goers and those on staycations access to non-stop cricket action and entertainment.
The opening match at Newlands on Boxing Day between defending Champions MI Cape Town and Durban’s Super Giants promises electrifying fireworks to start the season.
The clash will set the tone for an exciting line-up of opening-week fixtures in Pretoria, Paarl, Durban, Gqeberha, and Johannesburg. All tickets can be purchased on www.SA20.co.za and at all stadium ticket offices.
Following last season’s record-breaking attendance figures and ticket sales, the League returns with even more energy, thrilling matchups, and unforgettable fan experiences across the six stadiums in the country.
Returning with an even bigger bang, fans can expect something for everyone: world-class cricket, IG-worthy vibes, dance-cam moments and more.
“The opening of ticket sales is a true marker that Season 4 is around the corner,” Betway SA20 League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said.
“It has been encouraging to see the demand for tickets during the exclusive pre-sale window, with the opening match and the Final at Newlands already drawing a lot of interest and demand. We’re looking forward to being a part of everyone’s festive season plans.”
With all six 19-player squads confirmed following a record-breaking auction, the attention moves to the star quality of local and international players who will be lighting up the stage.
GLOBAL CRICKET SUPERSTARS
Fans will be treated to some of world cricket’s superstars, with Kagiso Rabada, Jos Buttler, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller and Faf du Plessis bringing their experience and flair to the competition.
Off the field, the 20th Players will be giving fans a front-row voice and bringing them closer to the incredible action like never before.
Each of the six 20th Players represent a city where the six teams are based and will lead the fan movement in their region through their diverse voices and entertaining online personalities.
Join Anele Mdoda (Gqeberha), Leandie du Randt (Pretoria), Moshe Ndiki (Johannesburg), Nadia Jaftha (Cape Town), Schalk Bezuidenhout (Durban) and Vafa Naraghi (Paarl) as they lead the chorus to get fans to put their hands up in the air in the stands and online.
From behind-the-scenes moments, social media takeovers, matchday fit-checks, competitions and activations, the 20th Players bring the Betway SA20 experience to life; keeping fans connected both in stadiums and online.
Tickets for all fixtures are available through SA20’s official ticketing partner, Ticketpro, via www.SA20.co.za and at the six stadium ticket offices.
After last season’s unprecedented demand, fans are encouraged to secure their seats early and follow @SA20_Leagueon social media for updates on matches, giveaways, and exclusive 20th Player content. All news and fixtures can also be found at www.sa20.co.za
Fans who play the Betway Catch Game stand to triple their winnings if a clean one-handed catch is taken
Betway Catch R2 million returns for the highly anticipated fourth season of Betway SA20, which is set to deliver incredible cricket and entertainment from 26 December 2025 to 25 January 2026.
Season 4 will see fans once again sharpening their skills with an eye on taking a clean, one-handed catch to claim their share of the R2 million on offer. The fans who take a clean, one-handed catch in the stadium AND play the exclusive Betway Catch Game online, will TRIPLE their winnings.
Here is how it works:
As a Betway account holder, you need to have played the Betway Catch Game to qualify.
Legitimately take a clean one-handed catch in the stadium.
You triple your winnings courtesy of Betway.
Play the game. Take a catch. Triple your winnings.
Betway SA20 League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said: “The Betway Catch R2 million has become an integral part of the Betway SA20 stadium experience and is a fan-favourite at all the stadiums across the 34 matches each season. Season 4 promises to reward fans with more opportunities to be part of the action and the winnings. I’m looking forward to seeing all the spectacular one-handed catch efforts around the country.”
Another exciting addition to this edition of the Betway SA20, is the “Chasing the Catch” campaign. Fans will stand the chance to win an incredible experience where TWO lucky winners will travel the country on an epic summer adventure to watch ALL the games and, in the process, get a front row seat at the stadiums to take a clean one-handed catch for their share of the R2 million on offer. How good is that?!
How to enter:
Head to www.chasingthecatch.com
Upload a 60-second video describing why you should be the one chasing the catch
We want to see GEES, so bring on the humour and cricket vibes
The best videos will be showcased on the Betway socials
Remember, we want GEES!
Betway SA Head of Marketing, Mark Rowles said: “Time flies when you’re having fun and we have certainly had tremendous fun as title sponsors of the Betway SA20. We are thrilled to be associated with this tournament, which has become a key entertainment feature in the calendar for so many South Africans.
"We at Betway want to continue innovating and giving fans more opportunities to win and that is why we are announcing the “Chasing the Catch” competition where we will see two cricket fans travelling the Rainbow Nation to watch world-class entertainment and stand a chance to win their share of R2m, good luck to all those entering and we can’t wait to see you bring the GEES for Season 4 of the Betway SA20.”
Since the start of the League, Betway has rewarded a total of 30 lucky fans with a total of R6 million in winnings. Season 4 of the Betway SA20 will see another R2 million up for grabs.
In addition to the Betway Catch Game, fans can continue looking forward to the all-round premium entertainment brought by the League, which caters to cricket fans, those chasing a fun day out, as well as families that enjoy being out under the South African summer skies.
Tickets for Season 4 of the Betway SA20 are now on sale. Visit SA20.co.za to secure your seat now.
To be part of the online conversation, use #BetwaySA20 across all digital platforms
Fans have an opportunity to secure the hottest seats in town with tickets for Season 4 of Betway SA20 going on sale today. The anticipated fourth season will take place in a new festive window between 26 December 2025 and 25 January 2026, giving holiday-goers and those on staycations access to non-stop cricket action and entertainment.
The opening match at Newlands on Boxing Day between defending Champions MI Cape Town and Durban’s Super Giants promises electrifying fireworks to start the season. The clash will set the tone for an exciting line-up of opening-week fixtures in Pretoria, Paarl, Durban, Gqeberha, and Johannesburg. All tickets can be purchased on www.SA20.co.za and at all stadium ticket offices.
Following last season’s record-breaking attendance figures and ticket sales, the League returns with even more energy, thrilling matchups, and unforgettable fan experiences across the six stadiums in the country. Returning with an even bigger bang, fans can expect something for everyone: world-class cricket, IG-worthy vibes, dance-cam moments and more.
“The opening of ticket sales is a true marker that Season 4 is around the corner,” Betway SA20 League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said. “It has been encouraging to see the demand for tickets during the exclusive pre-sale window, with the opening match and the Final at Newlands already drawing a lot of interest and demand. We’re looking forward to being a part of everyone’s festive season plans.”
With all six 19-player squads confirmed following a record-breaking auction, the attention moves to the star quality of local and international players who will be lighting up the stage. Fans will be treated to some of world cricket’s superstars, with Kagiso Rabada, Jos Buttler, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller and Faf du Plessis bringing their experience and flair to the competition.
Off the field, the 20th Players will be giving fans a front-row voice and bringing them closer to the incredible action like never before. Each of the six 20th Players represent a city where the six teams are based and will lead the fan movement in their region through their diverse voices and entertaining online personalities.
Join Anele Mdoda (Gqeberha), Leandie du Randt (Pretoria), Moshe Ndiki (Johannesburg), Nadia Jaftha (Cape Town), Schalk Bezuidenhout (Durban) and Vafa Naraghi (Paarl) as they lead the chorus to get fans to put their hands up in the air in the stands and online.
From behind-the-scenes moments, social media takeovers, matchday fit-checks, competitions and activations, the 20th Players bring the Betway SA20 experience to life; keeping fans connected both in stadiums and online.
Tickets for all fixtures are available through Betway SA20’s official ticketing partner, Ticketpro, via www.SA20.co.za and at the six stadium ticket offices.
After last season’s unprecedented demand, fans are encouraged to secure their seats early and follow @SA20_League on social media for updates on matches, giveaways, and exclusive 20th Player content. All news and fixtures can also be found at www.sa20.co.za
With less than 100 days to go until Betway SA20 Season 4, the franchise coaches have shared their thoughts on how their respective squads shape up.
The aftermath of the highly entertaining and competitive seven-hour auction has settled, with teams looking ahead to the next task, which starts on 26 December 2025.
Legendary Proteas fast bowler Dale Steyn, a two-time Betway SA20 champion who knows all about what it takes to compile a successful squad, sat down with Robin Peterson (MI Cape Town), Kumar Sangakkara (Paarl Royals), Sourav Ganguly (Pretoria Capitals) and Russell Domingo (Sunrisers Eastern Cape) for insight on their respective squads.
Reigning champions, MI Cape Town, are well-positioned for a strong title defence in Season 4. The Newlands-based side managed to reclaim stalwarts such as Rassie van der Dussen and Reeza Hendricks to restore the successful Season 3 top-order, which includes Betway SA20 leading run-scorer Ryan Rickelton. Promising young seamer Tristan Luus also rejoins MI Cape Town, while experienced wrist-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi is an exciting addition.
“That (retention) was a big part of our strategy,” Peterson said. “We couldn't believe our luck when we were getting a lot of them back. Continuity is so important in franchise cricket.
“We're just thrilled that we're getting a lot of them back. A lot of them are leaders within our dressing room to be honest. They don't only play well on the cricket field, it's what they add outside of the cricket that makes a big difference.”
The Pretoria Capitals adopted a contrasting strategy by overhauling their entire squad and armed with the biggest purse of R32.5 million, managed to land marquee signings such as Betway SA20 Rising Stars Dewald Brevis and Connor Esterhuizen while building an experienced pace attack that includes Proteas seamers Lungi Ngidi, Lizaad Williams and Codi Yusuf along with England duo Craig Overton and Saqib Mahmood.
“We came in with a fresh slate and we wanted the best domestic players. That’s experience gained from IPL auctions,” former India captain Ganguly said. “We were very keen on the bowling department because it's not very easy bowling at Centurion.
“We wanted to have bowling options, we emphasised on the fast bowling. We have some great players … Brevis at R16.5 million … we hope he handles the pressure well.”
The beauty of Betway SA20 is the unique conditions at each venue, with distinct challenges posed in almost every game. Paarl Royals’ home ground, Boland Park, in particular, is almost subcontinental-like with its surface favouring the spinners and skillful seamers such as West Indies wrist spinner Gudakesh Motie and former Sunrisers Eastern Cape stalwart Ottneil Baartman.
“We look to be spin dominant at home, and we've got the ability with the allrounders in our top seven, plus the spinners that we have as specialists to be able to do that job for us,” Sangakkara said.
“I think Baartman suits our conditions really well, and he's able to play from home as well. Eshan Malinga is very good in conditions that are slow and low.”
Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape bid farewell to their former captain Aiden Markram at the auction, but managed to secure a suitable replacement in Quinton de Kock, along with maintaining their trust in homegrown Eastern Cape talent with the acquisition of in-form Proteas batter Matthew Breetzke, the “Uitenhague Express” Anrich Nortje and resigning of Jordan Hermann.
“We snuck in with one of the best players South Africa’s ever had in Quinton de Kock,” Domingo said. “We’re ecstatic to have Quinton. And then to also get Jordan back.
“We've tried to maintain the squad as we had, because we've been successful over the last few years, winning two trophies and getting to a final, so we tried to keep the nucleus of the players together.
“He (Anrich) also lives around the corner. If we can get him firing, bowling at 145 clicks, he's a handful.
“If you go to St. George's Park, the people sort of know the players, and they know where they live, and they see them in the shopping centre, and they walk past them on the beach. So, that's the pretty cool thing (about the Sunrisers).”
Steyn believes the Durban’s Super Giants have acquired an “incredible player” in Proteas T20 captain Markram and could potentially form a devastating partnership with the “phenomenal” Heinrich Klaasen and New Zealander Devon Conway holding it all together.
Steyn is also excited to see teenage seamer Kwena Maphaka in the more seamer-friendly conditions of Kingsmead in Season 4.
South Africa’s emerging young talent has Steyn brimming with enthusiasm and he feels that Joburg Super Kings could unleash a few players that could take Betway SA20 Season 4 by storm after coach Stephen Fleming went on a scouting mission with a three-day camp before the auction.
“JSK has a few players that not many would have heard of before,” Steyn said. “Steve Stolk played SAU19 and Janco Smit and Neil Timmers.
“I feel these guys are not household names just yet, but showing the influence of someone like Albie Morkel who is on the JSK coaching staff, and he would certainly have been in Flem’s ears about these future stars.”
Season 4 of Betway SA20 will start on 26 December 2025 when defending Champions, MI Cape Town host Durban's Super Giants at Newlands.
Dewald Brevis and the Pretoria Capitals were always destined to cross paths.
The 22-year-old wunderkid’s passion for the game was ignited on the Centurion grass banks, playing with his brother, and supporting his heroes in sky blue.
The path may have been a winding one via MI Cape Town and Newlands, but after three seasons, and a record-breaking R16.5 million auction deal, Brevis will now head home to play in front of his people.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐁𝐔𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐀20 💰
— Pretoria Capitals (@PretoriaCapsSA) September 9, 2025
Raw talent. Proven numbers. A generational player for the Capitals. The future begins now 🔥#CapitalsRebuild #RoarSaamMore #BetwaySA20 #BetwaySA20Auction pic.twitter.com/Vue4EG0AEQ
“You always reflect and I think it was a special three years I had with MI. We've had our ups, and we had our downs, and it was amazing what we did in the last year. I'll always remember that,” Brevis told Betway SA20.
“But this is a new chapter for me. To be with Pretoria, I'm super excited. It is my hometown.
“I know Supersport Park (Centurion) very well. It's very close to my heart, that ground. That's where me and my brother, we grew up watching cricket, running around the field, playing next to the field. So, to be able to be there, I'm really excited.”
𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢, 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙣𝙤𝙬! 🤩
— Pretoria Capitals (@PretoriaCapsSA) September 14, 2025
It’s been an incredible journey for @BrevisDewald #CapitalsRebuild #RoarSaamMore #BetwaySA20 pic.twitter.com/BKwfTnLVBO
Brevis, 22, was the fulcrum of a bidding war between the Capitals and Joburg Super Kings at last week’s thrilling Betway SA20 auction in Johannesburg.
Capitals head coach Sourav Ganguly was determined to edge out his JSK counterpart and former international rival Stephen Fleming for Brevis’ multi-skilled T20 services.
The pair comfortably went past Durban’s Super Giants’ record R14 million bid for Aiden Markram, which had only 12 minutes earlier smashed Tristan Stubbs’ R9.2 million mark from the Season 1 auction.
But Brevis is determined not to let the magnitude of the record price tag affect him.
“No, not at all, I don’t think I will change. I'll remain the same. I'm not going to change who I am as a person,” he said.
“I'm just playing to enjoy it, playing for God, and I think just always to have fun and to enjoy it, to play with a smile.”
𝐃𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐬 - the homegrown ingredient in every recipe for success. Pitori’s magic is alive 💙#CapitalsRebuild #RoarSaamMore #BetwaySA20 #BetwaySA20Auction pic.twitter.com/uv8iLcAMmP
— Pretoria Capitals (@PretoriaCapsSA) September 9, 2025
'MAKE MEMORIES AND HAVE FUN'
Brevis is looking forward to meeting up with his new teammates, and believes the Capitals have the quality to go all the way after missing out on the playoffs the last two seasons.
“I can't wait to see the team, get together with them and just make memories and have fun.
“I think it's great. It's great to have Lungs (Lungi Ngidi) there. I think we've had a lot of time we spent together.
“It started in Bangladesh, so we've got good memories. Lizzie (Lizaad Williams), a lot of our local guys, I'm so happy for Connor (Esterhuizen) as well. He's a great player. He'll do great for us.
"If you look at all the overseas, I think we've got a good balanced team, strong batting line-up, power-hitters, guys that would love Supersport Park. If you look at (Sherfane) Rutherford and Andre Russell.
“So yes, I think it's great. It's a great all-round team. I'm very excited to just see how the boys go and how they enjoy playing there because it's a beautiful place to bat and to play cricket.”
The Capitals fans will certainly be streaming into Centurion - the venue for the most Betway SA20 Catch A R2million winners - to get a glimpse of their new hero and hopefully grab a hold of one of Brevis’ sixes on the grass banks when the first home match gets underway on December 27 against Joburg Super Kings.
Following Tuesday's Betway SA20 auction, the six franchises snapped up several Hollywoodbets Dolphins stars for the competition starting on 26 December.
There was drama aplenty during the auction that saw players from across the country fetch top prices for the fourth edition of the SA20.
From a Dolphins perspective, many of their top players were sold to the various franchises around the country with a handful being bought by Durban's Super Giants.
DSG has revamped their squad and have lost a few of their Dolphins’ stars but have acquired the services of Marques Ackerman, Eathan Bosch and Andile Simelane for the tournament.
Of the former DSG players Prenelan Subrayen was picked up by the Joburg Super Kings and will call the Wanderers home for the competition.
The defending champions MI Cape Town won the bid for Dolphins’ seamer Tristan Luus while the also acquired the services of Dolphins allrounder Jason Smith.
One of the big surprises was Keshav Maharaj leaving Durban for the Pretoria Capitals.
Maharaj, along with the young Bayanda Majola will join Maharaj in the nation's capital.
Also moving to the Pretoria Capitals is Dolphins opening batter Bryce Parsons who picked up a significant fee in the auction.
There are three Dolphins stars in the mix at the Paarl Royals.
David Miller was retained by the Royals while Ottneil Baartman shifts from the Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Nqobani Mokoena gets his first SA20 contract.
DOLPHINS PLAYERS SOLD
Durban's Super Giants:
Eathan Bosch - R1.75 million
Marques Ackerman - R200 000
Andile Simelane - R200 000
Paarl royals:
Ottniel Baartman - R5.1 million
Nqobani Mokoena - R200 000
MI Cape Town:
Tristan Luus - R650 000
Jason Smith - R500 000
Joburg Super Kings:
Prenelan Subrayen - R1 million
Pretoria Capitals:
Keshav Maharaj - R1.7 million
Bryce Parsons - R1.9 million
Bayanda Majola - R200 000
Take a closer look at how the drama unfolded when Dewald Brevis and Aiden Markram were acquired by their SA20 franchises.
From tactical bidding strategies to team composition insights, these videos breaks down the decisions that led to two of the tournament’s most impactful signings.
Dewald Brevis
Aiden Markram
The Betway SA20 tournament starts on 26 December, with every game live on SuperSport.
CLICK HERE for the full fixture list...
In a night that rewrote the record books and redefined franchise ambition, the SA20 Season 4 auction thundered through Johannesburg with electrifying intensity. Dewald Brevis shattered ceilings, commanding a jaw-dropping R16.5 million from Pretoria Capitals, while Aiden Markram’s R14 million move to Durban’s Super Giants signaled a seismic shift in squad dynamics.
The biggest buys at the 2025 #BetwaySA20 auction 👏#SSCricket pic.twitter.com/0cfYleFMFf
— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) September 10, 2025
With 541 players vying for just 84 coveted slots, franchises deployed ruthless strategy and precision bidding, sculpting squads that blend raw youth with seasoned firepower.
From Imran Tahir’s ageless spin magic to the explosive signings of Andre Russell and Jos Buttler, the league’s fourth edition promises a cricketing spectacle of unmatched calibre. As the dust settles, South Africans brace for a December showdown where every team, now armed to the teeth, will battle for supremacy in what’s shaping up to be the most competitive SA20 season yet.
Locked, loaded, and ready for battle — here are the final squads set to light up SA20 Season 4!
MI CAPE TOWN
PAARL ROYALS
PRETORIA CAPITALS
SUNRISERS EASTERN CAPE
DURBAN’S SUPER GIANTS
JOBURG SUPER KINGS
Two-time Betway SA20 winning captain Aiden Markram became Durban's Super Giants highest paid player when he headlined the Durban side's acquisitions at the SA20 auction on Tuesday.
Heartbeat of the nation now is the heartbeat of Durban 🤩 pic.twitter.com/LTe2jWMEby
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Markram fetched a staggering R14 million at the auction and will be a critical part of DSG's squad heading into the new season starting on 26 December.
Along with the Proteas T20 captain, DSG picked some strong local flavour with the likes of all-rounders Andile Simelane and Eathan Bosch joining the ranks for the new season.
From Durban, for Durban 🤝
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Welcome, Andile Simelane 💙 pic.twitter.com/MOJ1frks7H
The Super Giants had to fight off the Pretoria Capitals for Bosch while Simelane moves to Durban from Gqeberha.
Local Dolphins batter Marques Ackerman will also call Kingsmead home for the competition while Proteas test star David Bedingham has also been snapped up by DSG.
Exciting young seamer Kwena Maphaka will also shift to the East Coast for the tournament along with another Proteas seamer in Gerald Coetzee.
The pair will offer some much-needed pace to the DSG attack.
DSG also picked up former Joburg Super Kings and New Zealand batter Devon Conway who will add firepower and experience at the top of the order.
After joining DSG last season Tony de Zorzi returns to Durban for this seasons SA20 while Lance Klusener strengthened his all-rounder stocks with Dayaan Galliem's arrival at Kingsmead.
Volleys now, sixes soon 😌
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Tony & Marques are Super Giants 💙 pic.twitter.com/UuvsXDXXBM
With a void left after the departure of Keshav Maharaj and Prenelan Subrayen, DSG welcome Bangladesh left-arm spinner Taijul Islam to the squad.
Young Stellenbosch cricketer Gysbert Wege was the next player picked up by DSG as they continued to strengthen their squad with young blood.
Evan Jones was the next player to be picked up by the Super Giants and will bolster the seamers stocks for DSG.
The T20 franchise veteran David Wiese has been selected by DSG as another all-rounder.
Durban’s big Wiese energy is here 🤌💙 pic.twitter.com/4SULsoeMfc
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Durban’s Super Giants begin their campaign on 26 December when they take on defending champions MI Cape Town at Newlands in the competition opener.
DURBAN'S SUPER GIANTS SQUAD:
Heinrich Klaasen, Jos Buttler, Noor Ahmad, Sunil Narine, Aiden Markram, Kwena Maphaka, Gerald Coetzee, Eathan Bosch, Marques Ackerman, Devon Conway, David Bedingham, Tony de Zorzi, Dayaan Galiem, Taijul Islam, Gysbert Wege, Evan Jones, David Wiese.
What unfolded at the SA20 auction wasn’t just business — it was pure theatre. The room crackled with tension, and when the bidding paddles flew, history was made.
The headline-grabber? Dewald Brevis, the fearless young phenom, went for a record-shattering R16.5 million to Pretoria Capitals. The moment the bid landed, gasps echoed — the league had a new benchmark, and Pretoria had its crown jewel.
But the drama didn’t stop there. Aidan Markram, initially retained by Sunrisers Eastern Cape, was ripped away in a stunning twist as Durban’s Super Giants stormed in with a R14 million knockout blow. It was a power move that sent shockwaves through the auction floor.
Then came Wiaan Mulder, the highveld warrior, returning home to Joburg Super Kings for R9 million. A hometown hero, a massive price tag, and a crowd ready to roar — Mulder’s comeback is set to be electric.
Gerald Coetzee, fresh off injury, finds himself in Durban, hungry to unleash his pace once again. And Matthew Breetzke, after a stellar tour of Australia and England, was wisely retained by the Sunrisers — a quiet move with massive potential.
MI Cape Town played it cool but smart, locking in Rassie van der Dussen for R5.2 million. Calm, composed, and clutch — Rassie’s presence adds steel to their batting order.
And in one of the most intense bidding wars of the day, Ottneil Baartman, South Africa’s T20 bowling gem, was fiercely contested between Pretoria and Paarl. In the end, Paarl Royals emerged victorious, landing him for R5.1 million — a signing that could tilt the balance of power.
This wasn’t just an auction. It was a battlefield of ambition, a war of wallets, and a preview of the firestorm coming this season. The teams are locked, the stars are aligned — and come December, the SA20 will explode.
Dive into the drama, the deals, and the record-breaking moments — read on for everything that went down in the fourth edition of the Betway SA20 auction!
Brevis Breaks the Bank! R16.5 Million Sends Baby AB to Pretoria
Just when you thought the auction couldn’t get any wilder — Dewald Brevis rewrites the history books! The young sensation, dubbed “Baby AB,” has smashed the SA20 record with a jaw-dropping R16.5 million bid from Pretoria Capitals. In a whirlwind of raised paddles and gasps across the room, Brevis leapfrogged Aidan Markram’s earlier record to become the most expensive player in SA20 history. Pretoria just went all-in — and they’ve landed a generational talent.
A new record for a Betway SA20 auction 👏
— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) September 9, 2025
Dewald Brevis goes for R16.5M to the Pretoria Capitals 🔥
📺 Stream #BetwaySA20 on DStv: https://t.co/rM90YyR504#SSCricket pic.twitter.com/4o4rbMOoGg
Markram Madness! R14 Million Bidding War Ends in Durban Victory
Hold the phone — Aidan Markram just shattered auction records! Initially retained by Sunrisers Eastern Cape, the bidding frenzy exploded when Durban’s Super Giants stormed in with a jaw-dropping R14 million offer. The Proteas star is now heading to Durban, bringing elite leadership, explosive batting, and serious star power to the coast. This isn’t just a signing — it’s a statement!
Ready to tear the waves, our very own Super Giant. Aiden Markram 💙 pic.twitter.com/0rQYDLiVzF
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Mulder Heads Home! R9 Million Seals Highveld Return
It’s official — Wiaan Mulder is coming home! In a high-stakes auction twist, the allrounder was sold to Joburg Super Giants for a massive R9 million, leaving behind Durban’s coastal breeze for the highveld’s intensity. Familiar turf, familiar fans — but a whole new mission. With power, precision, and passion, Mulder’s return to Johannesburg is more than a signing… it’s a homecoming with fire in his boots!
Kicking off with Wiaan! 🤩✅#SA20Auction#ToJoburgWeBelong#WhistleForJoburg pic.twitter.com/FRBqVp1dxJ
— Joburg Super Kings (@JSKSA20) September 9, 2025
Coetzee Chaos! R7.4 Million Bidding War Ends in Durban Victory
It was fast, furious, and full of fire — just like Gerald Coetzee himself! The speedster became the centre of a heated bidding war between Paarl Royals and Durban’s Super Giants, with the latter emerging victorious at a whopping R7.4 million. Known for his raw pace and fearless aggression, Coetzee now heads to Durban, ready to tear through Season 4 of SA20. The Super Giants didn’t just buy a bowler — they bought a weapon.
Durban’s storm now hits at 150k ⚡
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) September 9, 2025
Welcome, Gerald Coetzee 💙 pic.twitter.com/CbzmzEr9TC
Burger Locked In! Joburg Backs Left-Arm Fire for R6.3 Million
From rising star to highveld hero — Nandre Burger is staying put! The young left-arm seamer has been retained by Joburg Super Kings for a powerful R6.3 million, a clear vote of confidence in his raw pace and relentless energy. Burger’s journey is just beginning, and Joburg is betting big on his fire to light up the SA20 stage once again.
Whistle For Jo’Burger 🍔🥳💛#SA20Auction#ToJoburgWeBelong#WhistleForJoburg pic.twitter.com/f2rM3hvTiJ
— Joburg Super Kings (@JSKSA20) September 9, 2025
Breetzke Blitz! Sunrisers Lock In Their Hometown Hero for R6.1M
Boom! The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have made a power move, securing Matthew Breetzke for R6.1 million — and it’s more than just a signing, it’s a statement. The Gqeberha-born dynamo returns to his roots, bringing explosive batting and fearless flair to his hometown franchise. With the crowd behind him and the coastal breeze in his sails, Breetzke is ready to set the SA20 alight!
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape secure the services of hometown hero, Matthew Breetzke, for R6.1M 🟠#SSCricket pic.twitter.com/4yoAsCzcFw
— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) September 9, 2025
Cape Town Strikes Gold! Rassie Joins MI for R5.2 Million
Experience meets excellence! Rassie van der Dussen, the classy top-order maestro, is heading to MI Cape Town after being snapped up for a solid R5.2 million. Known for his cool head and clutch performances, Rassie brings world-class stability to the MI batting line-up. Cape Town just got a whole lot tougher — and Rassie’s ready to deliver!
Rassie van der Dussen. Kaapstad. Blue and Gold.
— MI Cape Town (@MICapeTown) September 9, 2025
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Baartman Blitz! Paarl Royals Win R5.1 Million Bidding War
Auction drama at its finest! A fierce tug-of-war between Pretoria Capitals and Paarl Royals erupted over one of South Africa’s premier T20 bowlers — Ottneil Baartman. From humble beginnings to heroics with Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Baartman’s rise has been nothing short of inspirational. And now, for a thunderous R5.1 million, he’s heading to Paarl. Royals fans, buckle up — you’ve just signed a game-changer.
🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Paarl Royals have won a bidding war! 😂 pic.twitter.com/RFA3J9zhQF
— Paarl Royals (@paarlroyals) September 9, 2025
Speed Meets the Sunrise! Nortje Blazes into Gqeberha for R5 Million
Brace yourselves — Anrich Nortje is bringing the heat to the coast! The fiery fast bowler has been snapped up by Sunrisers Eastern Cape for R5 million, and with his blistering pace and global T20 pedigree, he’s set to ignite the bowling attack. Nortje’s arrival isn’t just a signing — it’s a warning shot to every batter in the league. Gqeberha just got a whole lot quicker!
Speed, aggression, dominance 💥 Anrich Nortje is now a Sunriser! 🧡#BetwaySA20Auction pic.twitter.com/iNUY7Xnvhu
— SunRisers OrangeArmy Official (@srhfansofficial) September 9, 2025
Connor Cracks the Auction! Pretoria Capitals Splash R3.2 Million
Boom! Connor Esterhuizen, the rising star with a fearless batting style and cool composure, has just been scooped up by Pretoria Capitals for a sizzling R3.2 million. From schoolboy standout to domestic dynamo, Connor’s journey has been electric — and now, he’s set to bring serious heat to Centurion. The Capitals didn’t just buy a player… they secured a future match-winner.
Potgieter Power! Paarl Royals Land R2.6 Million All-Rounder
The Royals have made a smart strike! Delano Potgieter is heading to Paarl Royals for R2.6 million, bringing explosive batting and gritty bowling to Boland. Known for his clutch performances and fearless approach, Potgieter adds serious depth to the Royals’ arsenal — and he’s ready to make waves!
De Kock’s Golden Move! SA Legend Joins Sunrisers for R2.4 Million
The veteran wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock is heading to Sunrisers Eastern Cape after being snapped up for a massive R2.4 million! With a career that’s lit up stadiums across the globe, the senior pro now brings his firepower and finesse to Gqeberha — and the Sunrisers just got a whole lot more dangerous.
Kwena Maphaka Goes Big!
Teen pace star Kwena Maphaka has been sold to Durban’s Super Giants for R2.3 million! After dazzling for Paarl Royals, the young gun is ready to unleash his firepower in Durban. New team, new colours — same unstoppable energy!
Royals Steal a Gem! Kyle Verreynne Heads to Paarl for R2.3 Million
Talk about value! Kyle Verreynne, one of South Africa’s most technically gifted batters, is heading to Paarl Royals for just R2.3 million — and it’s a steal. After solid seasons with Pretoria Capitals and Joburg Super Kings, Verreynne brings grit, class, and serious middle-order muscle to Boland. The Royals didn’t just sign a player… they uncovered a gem ready to shine brighter than ever.
Capital Catch! Keshav Maharaj Snapped Up by Pretoria for R1.70 Million
Big smiles and even bigger bids! Keshav Maharaj is heading to the Pretoria Capitals after being sold for a cool R1.70 million in the SA20 2026 auction. The spinner’s move adds serious firepower to the Capitals' line-up — and you can bet he’ll be bringing the heat this season!
Hermann Returns! Familiar Face, Fierce Intent
He’s back — and he means business! Jordan Hermann, the stylish left-hander with a cool head and a killer cover drive, rejoins Sunrisers Eastern Cape for another season of high-impact cricket. After making his mark in the previous campaign, Hermann returns to Gqeberha with more experience, more hunger, and a mission to dominate. The Sunrisers know what they’ve got — and they’re ready to unleash him again!
Wiese to the Waves! Durban Snaps Up Veteran for R1.3 Million
In a twist few saw coming, David Wiese, the battle-hardened allrounder with global experience and ice in his veins, is heading to Durban’s Super Giants for R1.3 million. A seasoned campaigner with a reputation for delivering under pressure, Wiese brings grit, guile, and game-winning instincts to the coast. It’s a low-cost, high-impact signing — and Durban may have just pulled off the steal of the auction.
Peter’s Rise! Paarl Royals Bet on Raw Talent
From East London to the SA20 spotlight — Nqaba Peter is heading to Paarl Royals for R500 000, and it could be the steal of the season. The 23-year-old legspinner has already made waves in the T20 format with sharp turn, fearless intent, and a best of 4/7 in domestic cricket. Named T20 Challenge Player of the Season, Peter’s journey from humble beginnings to national colours is pure grit — and Paarl just unlocked a future star.
Global coverage to extend across Sub-Saharan Africa, India, the UK and North America
South African cricket will be the focus of attention around the world when the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player Auction takes place in Johannesburg on 9 September.
The six franchises will aim to spend a maximum of R131 million on 84 available slots from a list of over 500 registered local and international players.
The auction will be broadcast live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa, JioHotstar and Star Sports 1 in India, Sky Sports in the UK, Willow TV in North America and the Betway SA20 YouTube Channel. The all-access build-up will start at 13h30 SAST, with proceedings going live at 2pm SAST.
Internationally renowned broadcaster Kass Naidoo will be joined by Proteas legends Dale Steyn, Mark Boucher and Chris Morris to provide an unparalleled viewing experience, with their expertise bringing fans closer to the auction.
Fans will also receive rolling coverage on all Betway SA20 social and digital platforms, with well-known media personalities Anele Mdoda and Schalk Bezuidenhout set to feed the audience with all the behind-the-scenes and breaking news coverage on the ground.
AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Record-Breaking Potential: League Commissioner Graeme Smith predicts the R10 million glass ceiling could be shattered, with top local and international players like Aiden Markram, Dewald Brevis, James Anderson and Shakib-al-Hasan up for grabs.
- Strategic Buys: All franchises have submitted their pre-signed players along with their Wildcards already and will be looking to formulate the rest of their 19-player squads with calculated purchases.
- Spotlight on the Youth: Teams must select a minimum of two Under-23 players in their 19-player squads, replacing the previous Rookie Draft system.
FRANCHISE PURSES:
Pretoria Capitals: New coaching duo Sourav Ganguly and Shaun Pollock enjoy the largest purchase at the table of R32.5 million (US$1.86 million).
Durban's Super Giants: Lance Klusener and Co have R29.5 million (US$1.66 million) to spend.
Joburg Super Kings: The Wanderers-based franchise will have the prized sum of R21.5 million (US$1.2 million) million to invest in a bid to qualify for a maiden Betway SA20 final.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: After a settled first three seasons, the two-time champions are now looking to rebuild their squad with R21.5 million (US$1.2 million).
Paarl Royals: The Royals have R14.5 million (US$0.819 million) to spend as they aim to improve on three consecutive playoff finishes.
MI Cape Town: The defending champions will be hoping to go back-to-back and have R11.5 million (US$0.65 million) to help them achieve their ambitions.
SEASON 4 SQUAD REQUIREMENTS
For Season 4 all teams must have 19 players in total in their registered squad.
THIS IS BROKEN DOWN AS FOLLOWS:
x16 squad players (Maximum 7 overseas players, minimum 9 SA players)
x1 Wildcard (can be an overseas or SA player and does not count as part of salary cap)
x2 U23 players (Must be a South African player who is 23 years of age or younger at the date of the start of the competition on December 26, 2025)
The Betway SA20 Season 4 Player Auction marks the first major milestone ahead of the anticipated fourth season starting on 26 Dember 2025.
Pan-African banking giant confirmed as new Official Banking Partner
Betway SA20 and Absa have announced a new multi-year partnership, confirming the pan-African financial services group as the Official Banking Partner of the League.
The new partnership follows a successful inaugural collaboration in Season 3, which saw the bank leverage opportunities to reward fans and cardholders across 34 matches.
Absa will continue to build on the strategic innovation which brought its brand to life in incredible fashion, maximising on entertainment and fan-first activations for the anticipated fourth season starting on 26 December.
“We are proud to announce a new three-year partnership with Absa, a trusted household name in South Africa and across the continent,” League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said. “This partnership follows an incredibly successful inaugural partnership with Absa in Season 3, where they provided endless entertainment for the fans at the stadiums.
Absa’s values of innovation, entertainment and fan-first inclusivity align strongly with SA20’s vision of being the No 1 sport and entertainment brand in South Africa, while strongly impacting the passionate fans who attend our matches. Last season we had nearly 400 000 fans attending our matches, together with Absa, we look forward to crafting memorable experiences for those attending in Season 4.”
#BetwaySA20 🤝 @AbsaSouthAfrica#BetwaySA20 and Absa South Africa have announced a new multi-year partnership, confirming the pan-African financial services group as the Official Banking Partner of the League.
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) September 8, 2025
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Building on the success of last season, fans can once again look forward to the return of the Absa Card Play of the Day, where Absa card holders win instant cash at every game. In Season 3, fans had the chance to win up to R100 000 per match, with one lucky Absa customer walking away with R200 000 at the final.
“We are incredibly proud to be the official banking partner for Betway SA20 for another three years,” Sydney Mbhele, Absa Group Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer said. “This partnership goes beyond just being a sponsor; it’s about creating an elevated experience for the cricket fans and our customers. By signing up at our in-stadium activations, Absa cardholders can enter the Absa Card Play of the Day and stand a chance to win up to R100 000.
We are bringing tangible benefits and memorable moments to the heart of the SA20. Our goal as a bank is to connect the sports fanbase and demonstrate the value of our banking solution, all while championing the sport.”
Absa will also once again host its popular concourse activations at every match, giving fans the opportunity to sign up for an Absa account and walk away with exciting giveaways.
MI Cape Town will open the defense of their title against Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands on 26 December. This will be the start of a month-long holiday season festival of cricket culminating with the final on 25 January at Newlands.
League Commissioner expects high bidding wars for South Africa’s top talent
Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith is expecting the R10 million glass ceiling to be shattered at the anticipated Season 4 Player Auction to be held on Tuesday, 9 September in Johannesburg.
A total of R131 million (US$7.39 million) is available to fill the 84 slots remaining for the franchises to complete their 19-player squads.
Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape still hold the record for the biggest auction purchase of Proteas Men’s batter Tristan Stubbs for R9.2 million in Season 1.
Smith believes this will be challenged when renowned auctioneer Richard Madley wields his gavel on proceedings.
“I think there's going to be a lot of attention on a few players,” Smith said in a media briefing on Friday.
“It's going to be interesting to see how the teams and franchises go about building their squads.
“I think they understand their conditions, their home conditions and the South African player piece in particular, a lot more than in Season 1.
“When you start looking at the first two or three sets that are coming up, there's some really exciting players that are going to be bid for. So, I think, absolutely, R10 million could be broken for the first time.”
It is not only high-profile South African players along with the overseas internationals that could benefit from the Season 4 auction.
Betway SA20 has also introduced a new Under-23 category - replacing the previous Rookie system- which could potentially be career-changing for an entire generation of young South African cricketers.
Each franchise has been mandated to select at least two Under-23 players in their roster.
“It's always about keeping the League as equally competitive as possible, putting the standard of cricket at the highest level, attracting the best international players to be alongside the best South African players and then looking at where we can tweak and improve the system for youngsters,” Smith said.
“I think this year for us we've moved away from the Rookie player and gone for the Under-23 players and the reason for that is that we felt that we didn't want to have a turnover of a young player every year.
“We wanted them to be able to be picked up young and then developed in the system over a three-year period as well. Hopefully, that will create some consistency for youngsters; to allow them to grow and build and hopefully start playing and contributing over this cycle.”
Smith was confident that Betway SA20 has managed to attract another list of high-quality players heading into the Season 4, despite facing a window clash with the high-profile Ashes test series between Australia and England this season.
“For us, FTPs and other challenges have always been something that we've worked with, but our franchises have always managed to attract outstanding players. I think you can’t just look at the auction list and the quality that's gone in there.
“Also look at some of the pre-signed international names that are on the list. Sometimes you lose with the Ashes, but you gain in the England white-ball squad or the West Indian players.
“For the first time, we're going to be seeing Sunil Narine and Andre Russell. There's Jos Buttler. You look at just the pre-signed Trent Boult, Rashid Khan and Nicholas Pooran as some examples.
“There's quality already there, and I think it will be beefed up even more in the auction. I think there's a lot of options for teams. There are some really good cricketers and I'm excited to see what they put together.”
The auction will be broadcast live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa, JioHotstar in India and Sky Sports in the UK and the Betway SA20 YouTube Channel from 13h30 SAST. Fans will also receive rolling coverage on all Betway SA20 social and digital platforms.
A total of 300 South African cricketers and 241 overseas players to go under the gavel.
South Africa’s top talent and a host of international stars headline the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player Auction list announced today. Over 500 players will go under the gavel in Johannesburg on 9 September, as the six franchises finalise their 19-player squads ahead of Season 4 starting on 26 December 2025.
Betway SA20 received an unprecedented amount of over 800 player registrations - the highest ever in the competition’s four-year history - before the list was whittled down to 541 players after the franchise reviews. Out of 541 players, 300 are South Africans and 241 are overseas players, an indication of the League’s global appeal.
𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖‼️
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) August 29, 2025
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Proteas T20I captain Aiden Markram headlines the strong South African playing pool, boosted with seven of his fellow ICC T20 World Cup final squad members, including Anrich Nortje, Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Ottneil Baartman and Gerald Coetzee.
ICC test World Champions Kyle Verreynne, David Bedingham, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Tony de Zorzi and Dane Paterson also feature prominently on the list.
Betway SA20’s ever-growing international appeal has attracted global legends Shakib-al-Hasan and James Anderson.
Shakib is undeniably Bangladesh's greatest ever cricketer with the most T20 runs and wickets for the Asian nation. The allrounder, who boasts extensive Indian Premier League experience along with stints in various other T20 Leagues, is bidding to become the first Bangladeshi to feature in Betway SA20.
#BetwaySA20Auction 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖🔨
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) August 28, 2025
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He could be joined by fellow Bangladeshi superstar Mustafizur ‘The Fizz’ Rahman among others.
Anderson, England’s highest-ever wicket-taker, leads a large contingent that also includes former England T20 World Cup winners Alex Hales and Moeen Ali. They are joined by Betway SA20 Season 2 Player of the Final Tom Abell and former championship winners Adam Rossington, Jordan Cox and Daniel Worrall.
The Betway SA20 list of registered players stretches all the way Down Under with Australia’s D’Arcy Short along with a host of New Zealanders including South African-born Black Cap Devon Conway.
The Season 4 Player Auction will have a brand-new segment with the introduction of two Under-23 player picks. This is a South African player aged 23 on the day the competition starts.
𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 - #BetwaySA20Auction 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓 🚨
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) September 1, 2025
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South Africa’s talent pool runs deep with Betway SA20 Rising Stars Dewald Brevis, Kwena Maphaka and Andile Simelane all eligible for the Under-23 player pick.
A mega R131 million (US$7,37 million) is on the table to fill the 84 available slots with up to 25 being slotted for overseas players.
All squads are required to include 19 players, with a minimum of nine South African players, a maximum of seven international players, two Under-23 South African players, and a Wildcard player.
The auction will take place in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 9 September and will be broadcast live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa, JioHotstar in India and Sky Sports in the UK and the Betway SA20 YouTube Channel. Fans will also receive rolling coverage on all Betway SA20 social and digital platforms.
Who is going to be South African cricket’s next multi-millionaire?
With a mega R131 million (US$7.39 million) on the table to fill 84 available slots, this is the hottest question heading into the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player auction, taking place in Johannesburg on 9 September.
All six franchises have completed their pre-signings, retained players and Wildcard acquisitions, and can now focus all their energies on building their 19-player squads with the remainder of their allocated R41 million (US$2.31 million) - the second-highest salary cap after the IPL - each.
#BetwaySA20Auction 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖🔨
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) August 28, 2025
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The Pretoria Capitals have the largest purse of R32.5 million (US$1.83 million) and are ready to build a new and exciting squad after revitalising their coaching staff with legendary former India captain Sourav Ganguly taking over the role of head coach.
He will be relying on the local knowledge of former Proteas captain and Betway SA20 commentator Shaun Pollock, who will be fulfilling the role of Capitals assistant coach for Season 4.
Durban’s Super Giants have the next biggest purse of R29.5 million (US$1.66 million).
The Kingsmead-based franchise has a settled coaching staff, having retained Lance Klusener and Allan Donald for the upcoming season.
Klusener will look to form a squad that already boasts the formidable talents of former England T20 World Cup-winning captain Jos Buttler, West Indies T20 World Cup winner Sunil Narine, former Proteas master blaster Heinrich Klaasen and Afghanistan spin sensation Noor Ahmad.
Joburg Super Kings will be eager to make a big play at the auction with R21.5 million (US$1.21 million) in their purse.
Captain Faf du Plessis will once again play a prominent role after being retained alongside the pre-signed Englishmen James Vince and Richard Gleeson, West Indian Akeal Hosein and Proteas middle-order batter Donovan Ferreira.
Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape have been savvy operators at previous auctions and still boast the record auction purchase of Tristan Stubbs for R9.2 million.
Stubbs has been retained for Season 4 alongside Betway SA20 Season MVP Marco Jansen.
There will also be new acquisitions, including Afghanistan teen mystery spinner Allah Ghazanfar, New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne, and experienced England international Jonny Bairstow.
This has left the Sunrisers Eastern Cape with a purse of R21.5 million (US$1.21 million) to build a squad capable of reclaiming the title after finishing runners-up to MI Cape Town last season.
Paarl Royals have R14.5 million (US$0.82 million) to spend as they seek to push for a first-ever finals appearance after three consecutive Playoff finishes.
The Royals have remained steadfast to their youth policy with the retention of Season 3 top run-scorer Lhuan-dre Pretorius alongside stalwarts David Miller, Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Sikandar Raza and Rubin Hermann.
Champions MI Cape Town have R11.5 million (US$0.65 million) after reinvesting heavily into the core of the Season 3-winning squad.
Captain Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, George Linde, Corbin Bosch and Trent Boult have all been retained with West Indies dynamo Nicholas Pooran, adding a new dynamism to the Newlands-based outfit.
Each of the six franchises will also be required to select a minimum of two Under-23 players in their 19-player squads, a new player regulation replacing the Rookie Draft selections from the previous two auctions.
Sourav Ganguly has been appointed head coach of Pretoria Capitals, marking the former India captain's first venture into coaching, South Africa's SA20 franchise said.
The 53-year-old succeeds former England batter Jonathan Trott, while former South Africa allrounder Shaun Pollock takes on the role of assistant coach.
Are you as thrilled as we are?
— Pretoria Capitals (@PretoriaCapsSA) August 25, 2025
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"The Prince is all set to bring a royal flair to the Capitals camp! We are ecstatic to announce Sourav Ganguly as our new head coach," Pretoria Capitals posted on social media on Sunday.
Ganguly, who retired from international cricket in 2008, transitioned from his playing career to cricket administration, serving as president of the Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) in India from 2019 to 2022.
The former left-handed batter also previously served as a mentor for Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Capitals.
The BCCI does not allow active players to sign for franchise-based leagues outside the country in a bid to protect the prestige of IPL, which attracts many of the world's top cricketers.
Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town has been announced as the destination for the Betway SA20 Season 4 final, with Kingsmead, Centurion and the Wanderers hosting key playoff matches of the competition, which starts on 26 December 2025. Tickets for the final and playoffs will go on sale to the general public on 10 October.
Durban will stage a playoff match for the first time in Betway SA20 history, giving the east coast fans one more opportunity to experience incredible cricket and entertainment when the two best teams of the competition battle it out during Qualifier 1 on Wednesday, 21 January.
The Highveld will play host to two crunch playoff matches, with Centurion setting the stage for the Eliminator on Thursday, 22 January and the Wanderers serving the decider of the second finalist with Qualifier 2 on Friday, 23 January.
All Betway SA20 Champions have been crowned in front of a capacity crowd, with the three successive finals selling out in record time. Betway SA20 League Commissioner, Graeme Smith, expects similar fanfare for the box office tickets.
“Betway SA20 Season 4 is shaping up to be an incredibly exciting summer of cricket, kicking off on Boxing Day and running through the holiday period,” League Commissioner, Graeme Smith said. “Last year Newlands sold out all five matches at the venue, and with the final taking place on a Sunday, it sets up an incredible afternoon with great weather, entertainment and a lively atmosphere to crown our Season 4 champions.
“Durban will host a playoff for the first time, and we’re hoping this will excite the fans, especially because the two best teams of the competition will be playing in that Qualifier 1. We’re also excited to go back to Centurion and Wanderers on the Thursday and Friday nights. It’s always key to have the venues close together because the matches are a day apart.
"It's always an interesting challenge for us to get the scheduling of the playoff matches done and done well. Especially after an exciting Group Match stage that finishes two days before the first Playoff match. I am looking forward to seeing who will be competing.”
The announcement of the venues for the final and playoff matches marks the final piece of the Season 4 scheduling puzzle, giving fans around the country ample time to finalise their festive season plans to attend Betway SA20 matches.
With a high demand for tickets, fans can register to be part of the exclusive pre-sales window for all group stage matches as well as the playoffs and final. The pre-sale gives stadium-goers the first access to the best seats at the best prices before tickets go on sale to the general public.
Pre-sale registrations close at midnight (SAST) on Monday, 15 September.
“The fans have been at the heart of our success over the past three seasons,” Smith added. “I think with the league taking place during the majority of the holiday season, we will see a lot of interest around the country.”
The next major milestone will be the Season 4 player auction on 9 September, where the six franchises will finalise their 19-player squads. The blockbuster event promises high-stakes bidding and entertainment, with star Proteas and international players going under the hammer with a maximum of R131 million to be spent. The auction will be live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa from 1.30pm (SAST), JioHotstar in India from 5pm (IST) and Sky Sports in the UK from 12.30pm (BST).
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New player regulation in effect requires Franchises to select a minimum of two U23 players in squad
South Africa’s crop of rising Under-23 stars will be in the spotlight at the Season 4 Betway SA20 Player Auction taking place in Johannesburg on 9 September. For the first time, each of the six franchises will be required to select a minimum of two Under-23 players in their 19-player squads, a new player regulation in the place of the Rookie Draft selections from the previous two auctions.
The regulation was introduced to give the selected players continuity within their squads, with their contract terms in line with all other auction signings and at a market value determined at the auction.
Under-23 players entering the auction will be looking to follow in the footsteps of Season 3 Rising Star Dewald Brevis and former rising stars like Marco Jansen, Tristan Stubbs, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius, who have all seized their moment by making a significant impact on the League.
Brevis was one of the standout performers in Betway SA20 Season 3, where he played a leading role in MI Cape Town annexing their first championship title. The 22-year-old has since transferred this form to the international arena, highlighted by his record-breaking 125 not out off just 56 balls in the 2nd T20I against Australia in Darwin.
Jansen was the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s first purchase back at the inaugural auction for R6.1 million - the second highest SA20 price ever - back in 2022.
Since those early days, the versatile allrounder has soared to become the highest all-time wicket-taker in the League, accumulating 47 wickets at an impressive average of 19.38.
Stubbs, another notable success story, was also integral to the Sunrisers' achievements. Acquired for a record-breaking R9.2 million, Stubbs has justified this investment by amassing 723 runs at an average of 32.86 with a strike rate of 140.11.
He also showed off his versatility by taking on the wicket-keeping responsibilities for the past two seasons and has also since graduated to being an integral part of the Proteas’ teams across all three formats.
Meanwhile, Pretorius, who entered the League as a raw talent, burst onto the scene in Season 3 with a stellar performance that saw him soar to the top of the run-scoring charts, amassing 397 runs at an average of 33.08 and a strike rate of 166.81.
The 19-year-old's aggressive style revealed a maturity beyond his years, as he hit 16 sixes and 47 boundaries in just 12 matches, leading to his award as Batter of the Season and his swift promotion to the Proteas setup.
Brevis will headline the list of Under-23 players entering the auction alongside fellow Proteas Kwena Maphaka and Andile Simelane.
Maphaka has showcased his development during the Australian T20I series when he became the youngest bowler from a Full Member country to take a four-wicket haul in the first T20I against Australia in Darwin.
The 19-year-old has tasted Betway SA20 action before with the Paarl Royals and will be eager to continue this journey.
Simelane has been part of the Sunrisers Eastern Cape squad for the past two seasons and will be on top of the list when the allrounders go under the hammer.
Heading into the fourth season, the next wave of young talent is now poised to shine in South Africa’s premier T20 competition.
The player registration for the auction will close on Monday, 18 August at 17h00 SAST. Interested players can register on the SA20 website or here.
The auction will be broadcast live on SuperSport from 13h30 in Sub-Saharan Africa and on JioHotstar in India.
The countdown to the Betway SA20 Season 4 Player Auction is officially on with only one week remaining for players to register for the blockbuster event in Johannesburg on 9 September.
The deadline for player registrations, both local and overseas, is fast approaching with the cut off set for Monday, 18 August 2025 at 5pm SAST.
The six franchises will have a maximum of R131 million to spend on the 84 slots available to complete their respective 19-player squads, making it the biggest Betway SA20 auction since the inaugural edition in 2022.
The list of pre-signed and retained players announced by the teams boasts an incredible line-up of Proteas and international players.
Notable internationals such as West Indies legends Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell and Sunil Narine and England’s World Cup winners Jos Buttler and Jonny Bairstow will all be on show when the action starts on 26 December 2025.
It also means quality Proteas stars including Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Dewald Brevis and Kwena Maphaka will be going under the hammer, which promises high stakes bidding entertainment under the guidance of the renowned auctioneer, Richard Madeley.
Betway SA20 Head of Cricket Operations, Stephen Cook commented: “The Betway SA20 Player Auction is always a very exciting time in the build up to the new season.
"This year’s event will be even more entertaining due to the number of player slots and the maximum R131 million purse available. The player registrations have been flooding in with South African and overseas players putting their hat in the ring to grab the valuable opportunities.”
The biggest spending power belongs to Pretoria Capitals with R32.5 million followed by Durban’s Super Giants R29.5 million.
Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Joburg Super Kings both have R21.5 million to splurge.
Paarl Royals’ will have R14.5 million in the kitty while defending champions MI Cape Town have R11.5 million to make up their squad.
Previous auction registrations have shown unprecedented demand from around the world, with nearly 600 players signing up for the auction last year. Interested players can register on the SA20 website or here.
The auction will be broadcast live on SuperSport from 1:30pm in Sub-Saharan Africa and on JioHotstar in India.
The Betway SA20 season 4 auction is set to be a blockbuster event after the six franchises laid down an early squad marker with the announcement of the pre-signed and retained players for the season.
Each of the teams was permitted a maximum of six retained or pre-signed players, comprising a maximum of three South African and three overseas players during the player retention window, which closed on 18 July.
The teams also strategically completed their six wildcard signings, with all the focus now on the remaining slots and the collective maximum purse of R131 million, to be spent on the 84 available slots at the auction on 9 September in Johannesburg. For season 4, a wildcard player could be any overseas player or a South African player who was part of the team’s squad in season 3.
A complete list of players and remaining salary cap follows:
Durban’s Super Giants (R29,5 million): *Sunil Narine, *Noor Ahmad, *Jos Buttler, Heinrich Klaasen (Wildcard)
From the mountains to the Durban shore, the heist is complete 🤩
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) July 23, 2025
Welcome, Jos Buttler 💙 pic.twitter.com/PaKKNvcfRW
Joburg Super Kings (R21,5 million): Faf du Plessis, *James Vince, *Akeal Hosein, *Richard Gleeson, Donovan Ferreira (Wildcard)
All Hail the King of Joburg! 😍🏙️
— Joburg Super Kings (@JSKSA20) July 23, 2025
The Crown Belongs to Him! 👑🫶#WhistleForJoburg#ToJoburgWeBelong pic.twitter.com/F7nU075y0H
MI Cape Town (R11,5 million): Ryan Rickelton, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, *Rashid Khan, *Trent Boult, *Nicholas Pooran, Kagiso Rabada (Wildcard)
KG fire comes back to Newlands as a 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐃🔥#MICapeTown #OneFamily #BetwaySA20 | Kagiso Rabada pic.twitter.com/bO0fQORQTB
— MI Cape Town (@MICapeTown) July 23, 2025
Paarl Royals (R14,5 million): Lhuan-dre Pretorius, David Miller, Bjorn Fortuin, *Mujeeb Ur Rahman, *Sikandar Raza, Rubin Hermann (Wildcard)
Skipper Miller and his lekker dings = Retained for Season 04 💪💗 pic.twitter.com/06uCSdxVjH
— Paarl Royals (@paarlroyals) July 23, 2025
Pretoria Capitals (R32,5 million): *Will Jacks, *Sherfane Rutherford, *Andre Russell (Wildcard)
Where there's a Will, there's Jacks! 🩵
— Pretoria Capitals (@PretoriaCapsSA) July 23, 2025
Thrilled to have our main man back for his 4️⃣th season with us! 🔥#RoarSaamMore #BetwaySA20 pic.twitter.com/Tu5xuAuzn1
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (R21,5 million): Tristan Stubbs, *Allah Ghazanfar, *Adam Milne, *Jonny Bairstow, Marco Jansen (Wildcard)
Our 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓 with destiny continues. Stubbo's ready to #PlayWithFire again 🧡
— Sunrisers Eastern Cape (@SunrisersEC) July 23, 2025
Tristan Stubbs | @SA20_League pic.twitter.com/WgpL5BpJiq
Notable South African players available to be picked up at the auction include Proteas World Test Championship final heroes Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Wiaan Mulder and Keshav Maharaj, along with top young talent Dewald Brevis and Kwena Maphaka. T20 specialists Quinton de Kock, Anrich Nortje and Tabraiz Shamsi are also available.
Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith said: “When the League first drafted its regulations in season 1, we always saw this forthcoming season as an opportunity for a strategic reset, and this is exactly where we envisioned being. There’s now a strong balance between pre-signed and retained international and Proteas players, alongside a significant purse available for the auction,” he said.
“After three seasons, the franchises have developed a good understanding of the South African cricket ecosystem and adopted a distinct strategy which sets the stage for the most exciting auction yet.”
Durban’s Super Giants have focused their energies on securing a high-quality overseas trio in West Indies T20I legend Sunil Narine, along with England’s Jos Buttler and Afghanistan’s Noor Ahmad, while holding on to megastar Heinrich Klaasen as a wildcard. The KZN outfit will enter the auction with the second-highest available purse of R29,5 million to purchase the 15 remaining players.
The wait is over - Meet the Alchemist 🧙 pic.twitter.com/8RDvWdkkCR
— Durban's Super Giants (@DurbansSG) July 23, 2025
Joburg Super Kings have retained the experience of captain Faf du Plessis and brought in English duo James Vince and Richard Gleeson, and will have the joint third-biggest purse of R21,5 million to spend at the auction.
Defending champions MI Cape Town have opted for the full six-player allowance and wildcard in a bid to consolidate the core of their season 3 championship-winning squad, while bolstering the squad with the addition of West Indies superstar Nicholas Pooran.
With five players and a wildcard locked in, Paarl Royals have maintained their strategic youth investment policy with the retention of teenager and season 3’s Batter of the Season, Lhuan-dre Pretorius. The Royals have also pre-signed Zimbabwe T20I captain Sikandar Raza - the first player from South Africa’s northern neighbours set to participate in Betway SA20.
Pretoria Capitals have opted to do the majority of their business at the auction, securing two players and a wildcard in Windies T20 World Cup winner Andre Russell. The Capitals will head into the auction with the highest purse of R32,5 million available with a total of 16 players required to complete their squad.
Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape will unleash the exciting talents of Afghanistan’s 18-year-old mystery spinner Allah Ghazanfar alongside stalwarts Tristan Stubbs and season 3 MVP Marco Jansen.
The season 4 auction will be live on SuperSport in Sub-Saharan Africa and JioHotstar in India with rolling coverage of all the action across all Betway SA20 social media platforms.
