Dewald Brevis becomes most expensive player at SA20 2026 auction with Pretoria Capitals signing
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Dewald Brevis created history at the SA20 2026 auction by becoming the most expensive signing in tournament history. The 22-year-old star was bought by Pretoria Capitals for R16.5 million, which was more than half of their total purse of R32.5 million. This bold move instantly made Brevis the headline story and confirmed his growing reputation as South Africa’s next big batting star.

Dewald Brevis leads Pretoria Capitals’ charge 💰

The Capitals have struggled for consistency in past seasons. Therefore, investing so heavily in Brevis highlights their intent to build a dominant core. Often compared to AB de Villiers, Brevis brings flair and explosiveness to their top order. Consequently, many analysts now rank Pretoria as one of the strongest contenders for the 2026 season.

Aiden Markram to Durban Super Giants 🏏

Another big signing saw Aiden Markram join Durban Super Giants for R14 million. Sunrisers Eastern Cape tried to retain their captain with the Right To Match card, however, they backed out once the bidding soared. As a result, Durban added a proven leader and a match-winner to their lineup.

Other expensive signings 💸

Several other names also fetched million-rand bids:

  • Wiaan Mulder – R9m (Joburg Super Kings)
  • Gerald Coetzee – R7.4m (Durban Super Giants)
  • Nandre Burger – R6.3m (Joburg Super Kings)
  • Matthew Breetzke – R6.1m (Sunrisers Eastern Cape)
  • Rassie van der Dussen – R5.2m (MI Cape Town)
  • Ottneil Baartman – R5.1m (Paarl Royals)
  • Anrich Nortje – R5m (Sunrisers Eastern Cape)

One of the biggest surprises was Kyle Verreynne. Initially sold for just R200,000, the Paarl Royals raised their bid to R2.3m when Pretoria Capitals tried to use RTM. Therefore, Verreynne became one of the unexpected stars of the auction.

Bavuma and Anderson go unsold ❌

South Africa’s captain Temba Bavuma once again found no buyers. Similarly, veteran England pacer James Anderson (43) went unsold. In fact, teams clearly prioritized youth and short-format impact over experience.

Key Takeaway 📝

The SA20 2026 auction will be remembered for its bold spending. Dewald Brevis’ record R16.5 million move stands out as the defining moment, while Aiden Markram and Wiaan Mulder added further excitement. Overall, the squads look balanced, and fans can expect high-intensity cricket when the season begins.