The SA20 2025-26 auction delivered high drama, intense bidding wars, and history-making moments — with young batting sensation Dewald Brevis emerging as the most expensive player in SA20 history.
The Pretoria Capitals went all-in to secure Brevis’ services, buying him for a whopping R16.5 million (approximately ₹8.3 crore). This broke the record set just minutes earlier by South African star Aiden Markram, who was picked up by Durban Super Giants for R14 million (around ₹7 crore).
Dewald Brevis – Most Most Expensive Player in SA20 2025-26
Nicknamed ‘Baby AB’ for his 360-degree stroke play, Brevis’ price tag reflects his rising status in world cricket.
| Player | Team | Price (R) | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dewald Brevis | Pretoria Capitals | 16.5 Million | ₹8.3 Crore |
The Capitals and Joburg Super Kings went head-to-head in an intense bidding war before Pretoria finally sealed the deal. Brevis previously represented MI Cape Town in SA20 but will now don the blue of Pretoria Capitals, where he is also tipped to take up a leadership role.
Brevis Career Snapshot
- T20I Matches: 10
- Runs: 318
- Average: 40.00
- Strike Rate: 192
- 100s/50s: 1/1
He recently smashed a T20I century against Australia and has been in red-hot form across domestic and franchise leagues.
Other Top Buys in SA20 2025-26 Auction
| Player | Team | Price (R) | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram | Durban Super Giants | 14 Million | ₹7 Crore |
| Wiaan Mulder | Joburg Super Kings | 9 Million | ₹4.5 Crore |
| Gerald Coetzee | Durban Super Giants | 7.6 Million | ₹3.7 Crore |
| Nandre Burger | Joburg Super Kings | 6.3 Million | ₹3.1 Crore |
Despite the buzz, several global stars went unsold, including Temba Bavuma, Jason Roy, and even legendary fast bowler James Anderson, leaving fans surprised.
Dewald Brevis’ record-breaking price tag shows how much value franchises place on young power-hitters. With Pretoria Capitals likely building the team around him, Brevis will have huge expectations to deliver when the SA20 2025-26 season begins on December 26.
