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SA20 2027 auction updates: Faf du Plessis, Kieron Pollard to play for Joburg Super Kings, MI Cape Town pick Trent Boult

The 2027 SuperSport African T20 Cup auction concluded with high-profile signings, setting the stage for the tournament’s fifth edition. Joburg Super Kings made a splash by acquiring Faf du Plessis and Kieron Pollard, with the latter marking his first appearance in the league’s signature yellow jersey.

Du Plessis joined the squad for a reported R2.7 million, while Pollard’s deal—valued at R1.5 million—signaled a bold move for the franchise. Meanwhile, MI Cape Town secured Trent Boult in a R1.5 million bid, reinforcing their bowling depth.

The auction also saw young talent like 18-year-old Jason Rowles fetch the highest price at R2.9 million for JSK, while other notable acquisitions included Shimron Hetmyer (R1.5 million) and Wiaan Mulder (R2.6 million) for MI Cape Town. With 156 players up for grabs—95 South African and 61 international—the auction highlighted fierce competition, particularly for slots at Joburg Super Kings and MI Cape Town, each filling six roster spots.

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