In a thrilling turn of events during the SA20 Auction for the 2025 season, Reeza Hendricks emerged as the biggest buy, securing a lucrative contract with MI Cape Town for an impressive R4.3 million. This acquisition marks a significant moment in Hendricks’ career, showcasing his growing stature in T20 cricket. Previously playing for the Jo’burg Super Kings, Hendricks has been recognized as Cricket South Africa‘s T20 player of the year, further solidifying his reputation as a top performer.
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Hendricks recently demonstrated his prowess on the field by scoring two fifties in a series against Ireland, highlighting his form leading into the auction. His ability to perform under pressure and contribute significantly to his team’s success made him a sought-after player during the bidding process. MI Cape Town’s decision to invest heavily in Hendricks indicates their ambition to dominate the upcoming season of SA20.
The competition for Hendricks was fierce, particularly from Pretoria Capitals, who ultimately ran out of funds in their pursuit of the star opener. This bidding war underscores the high demand for quality players in South Africa’s premier T20 league. Hendricks’ signing not only boosts MI Cape Town’s batting lineup but also sends a message to other franchises about their competitive intentions for the season ahead.
Notable Purchases and Rookie Picks
Following Hendricks, England pacer Richard Gleeson was another highlight of the auction, being picked up by Sunrisers Eastern Cape for R2.3 million. Gleeson’s addition to Sunrisers strengthens their bowling attack and adds depth to their squad as they prepare for a challenging season.
In total, 13 players were acquired during this auction, alongside six rookie picks aimed at nurturing young talent in South African cricket. These rookie selections included players aged 22 or younger, reflecting franchises’ commitment to developing emerging talent while also bolstering their existing rosters.
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Breakdown of Auction Purchases
Here’s a summary of notable purchases made during the SA20 Auction:
- MI Cape Town:
- Reeza Hendricks (R4.3 million)
- Colin Ingram (R175,000)
- Dane Piedt (R175,000)
- Rookie Pick: Tristan Luus
- Pretoria Capitals:
- Evin Lewis (R1.5 million)
- Marques Ackerman (R80,000)
- Kyle Simmonds (R175,000)
- Rookie Pick: Keegan Leon-Cachet
- Paarl Royals:
- Rubin Hermann (R175,000)
- Rookie Pick: Dewan Marais
- Joburg Super Kings:
- Wihan Lubbe (R175,000)
- Evan Jones (R175,000)
- Doug Bracewell (R175,000)
- Rookie Pick: JP King
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape:
- Richard Gleeson (R2.3 million)
- Okuhle Cele (R175,000)
- Rookie Pick: Daniel Smith
- Durban Super Giants:
- Shamar Joseph (R425,000)
- Rookie Pick: CJ King
Updated Rosters of all SA20 Teams:
Durban Super Giants: Brandon King, Quinton de Kock, Naveen-ul-Haq, Kane Williamson, Chris Woakes, Prenelan Subrayen, Dwaine Pretorius, Keshav Maharaj, Noor Ahmed, Heinrich Klaasen, Jon-Jon Smuts, Wiaan Mulder, Junior Dala, Bryce Parsons, Matthew Breetzke, Jason Smith, Marcus Stoinis, Shamar Joseph, CJ King.
Joburg Super Kings: Faf Du Plessis, Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow, Maheesh Theekshana, Devon Conway, Gerald Coetzee, David Wiese, Leus Du Plooy, Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger, Donovan Ferreira, Imran Tahir, Sibonelo Makhanya, Tabraiz Shamsi, Wihan Lubbe, Evan Jones, Doug Bracewell, JP King.
MI Cape Town: Rashid Khan, Ben Stokes, Kagiso Rabada, Trent Boult, Azmatullah Omarzai, Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, George Linde, Nuwan Thushara, Connor Esterhuizen, Delano Potgieter, Rassie van der Dussen, Thomas Kaber, Chris Benjamin, Corbin Bosch, Colin Ingram, Reeza Hendricks, Dane Piedt, Tristan Luus.
Pretoria Capitals: Anrich Nortje, Jimmy Neesham, Will Jacks, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Liam Livingstone, Will Smeed, Migael Pretorius, Rilee Rossouw, Eathan Bosch, Wayne Parnell, Senuran Muthusamy, Kyle Verreynne, Daryn Dupavillon, Steve Stolk, Tiaan van Vuuren, Marques Ackerman, Evin Lewis, Kyle Simmonds, Keagan Lion-Cachet.
Paarl Royals: David Miller, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Sam Hain, Joe Root, Dinesh Karthik, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi Ngidi, Mitchell Van Buuren, Keith Dudgeon, Nqaba Peter, Andile Phehlukwayo, Codi Yusuf, John Turner, Dayyaan Galiem, Jacob Bethell, Rubin Hermann, Dewan Marais.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape Aiden Markram, Zak Crawley, Roelof van der Merwe, Liam Dawson, Ottneil Baartman, Marco Jansen, Beyers Swanepoel, Caleb Seleka, Tristan Stubbs, Jordan Hermann, Patrick Kruger, Craig Overton, Tom Abell, Simon Harmer, Andile Simelane, David Bedingham, Okuhle Cele, Richard Gleeson, Daniel Smith.
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