The 2025 SA20 season concluded with MI Cape Town clinching their maiden title after a commanding 76-run victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the final. Throughout the tournament, several players delivered outstanding performances, earning them spots in the Team of the Tournament. Here’s a look at the standout performers:
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1. Lhuan-dre Pretorius (Paarl Royals)
Role: Batter.
Performance: Pretorius ended as the tournament’s leading run-scorer, scoring 397 runs at an average of 33.08 and an impressive strike rate of 166.80. His explosive batting at the top provided Paarl Royals with solid starts throughout the competition.
2. Ryan Rickelton (MI Cape Town)
Role: Wicketkeeper-Batter.
Performance: Despite missing early matches due to injury, Rickelton scored 336 runs at an average of 48 and a strike rate of 178.72. His aggressive approach was pivotal in MI Cape Town’s successful campaign.
3. Rassie van der Dussen (MI Cape Town)
Role: Batter.
Performance: Van der Dussen accumulated 393 runs, averaging 49.12 with a strike rate of 129.70. His consistency provided stability to MI Cape Town’s batting lineup.
4. Aiden Markram (Sunrisers Eastern Cape) – Captain
Role: Batter and Off-Spin Bowler.
Performance: Markram led by example, scoring 340 runs at an average of 37.77 and claiming five wickets with an economy rate of 8.04. His all-round contributions and captaincy were instrumental in guiding his team to their third straight final.
5. Dewald Brevis (MI Cape Town)
Role: Batter.
Performance: Brevis showcased his explosive batting, scoring 291 runs at an average of 48.50 and a remarkable strike rate of 184.17. His quick-fire innings were crucial in shifting momentum in favour of his team.
6. Marco Jansen (Sunrisers Eastern Cape)
Role: All-Rounder.
Performance: Jansen was a standout performer, finishing as the tournament’s top wicket-taker with 19 wickets at an economy rate of 7.14. He also contributed valuable runs lower down the order, earning him the Player of the Tournament award.
7. Donovan Ferreira (Joburg Super Kings)
Role: All-Rounder.
Performance: Ferreira made significant contributions with both bat and ball, including a memorable innings that earned him the “Dispatch of the Season” award. His versatility added depth to the Super Kings’ lineup.
8. George Linde (MI Cape Town)
Role: All-Rounder.
Performance: Linde’s left-arm spin was effective throughout the tournament, and he played crucial cameos with the bat, providing balance to MI Cape Town’s side.
9. Kagiso Rabada (MI Cape Town)
Role: Fast Bowler.
Performance: Rabada was instrumental in MI Cape Town’s bowling attack, delivering match-winning performances, including a standout 4/25 in the final.
10. Rashid Khan (MI Cape Town)
Role: Leg-Spin Bowler.
Performance: As captain, Rashid led MI Cape Town to their maiden title, contributing both with the ball and through sharp leadership.
11. Trent Boult (MI Cape Town)
Role: Fast Bowler.
Performance: Boult’s new-ball exploits were crucial, and his performance in the final, where he was named Player of the Match, highlighted his impact.
These players distinguished themselves in the 2025 SA20 season, delivering performances that not only elevated their teams but also enhanced the overall quality of the tournament.
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