Hence, the competition was fierce as teams looked to strengthen their rosters for the upcoming season. The auction, led by veteran auctioneer Richard Madley, divided the players into several categories, including batters, wicketkeepers, all-rounders, fast bowlers, and spin bowlers. Among the biggest names up for grabs, South African opener Reeza Hendricks fetched the highest price, going to MI Cape Town for R4.30 million after a competitive bidding war with the Pretoria Capitals. MI Cape Town, the most active franchise in the auction, also secured the services of Colin Ingram and Dane Piedt for R175,000 each. These additions are expected to bolster an already star-studded squad featuring international stars like Rashid Khan, Ben Stokes, and Kagiso Rabada.

 Two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape made a splash by picking up England pacer Richard Gleeson for R2.3 million, the second-highest price of the auction. The franchise also brought in Okuhle Cele for R175,000 to further strengthen their bowling attack.

Notably, the Pretoria Capitals also had a strong showing, signing West Indian batter Evin Lewis for R1.5 million and South African all-rounder Marques Ackerman for R800,000. Meanwhile, Durban's Super Giants picked up Shamar Joseph for R425,000 after a quiet start in the bidding process.

Full List of Sold Players at the SA20 2025 Auction:

• Reeza Hendricks - MI Cape Town - R4.30 million
• Richard Gleeson - Sunrisers Eastern Cape - R2.3 million
• Evin Lewis - Pretoria Capitals - R1.5 million
• Marques Ackerman - Pretoria Capitals - R800,000
• Shamar Joseph - Durban's Super Giants - R425,000
• Colin Ingram - MI Cape Town - R175,000
• Dane Piedt - MI Cape Town - R175,000
• Rubin Hermann - Paarl Royals - R175,000
• Wihan Lubbe - Joburg Super Kings - R175,000
• Evan Jones - Joburg Super Kings - R175,000
• Okuhle Cele - Sunrisers Eastern Cape - R175,000
• Doug Bracewell - Joburg Super Kings - R175,000
• Kyle Simmonds - Pretoria Capitals - R175,000