SA20 2027 Auction: Full Squads and Key Signings Across All Six Franchises

The SA20 2027 player auction has concluded, with the six competing franchises finalising their squads ahead of the upcoming season. While a substantial number of players were retained prior to the bidding event, four of the six teams collectively completed 19 new acquisitions on auction day, reshaping their rosters for the campaign ahead.

Durban's Super Giants

Durban's Super Giants have assembled a squad blending international experience with domestic depth. The group includes Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Eathan Bosch, Jos Buttler, Gerald Coetzee, Devon Conway, Sam Curran, Tony de Zorzi, Daryn Dupavillon, Simon Harmer, Evan Jones, Heinrich Klaasen, Liam Livingstone, Kwena Maphaka, Aiden Markram, Sunil Narine, Andile Simelane, Kyle Simmonds and Kane Williamson.

The presence of Buttler, Conway, Williamson, Markram and Klaasen gives the Super Giants a formidable top order, while Narine and Harmer provide spin options of proven quality. Coetzee and Maphaka add pace, with Curran offering all-round balance.

Joburg Super Kings

Joburg Super Kings have compiled a squad featuring Jarren Bacher, Matthew de Villiers, Faf du Plessis, Leus du Plooy, Donovan Ferreira, Dian Forrester, Dayyaan Galiem, Andries Gous, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Duan Jansen, Blessing Muzarabani, Jamie Overton, Kieron Pollard, Rilee Rossouw, Jason Rowles, Janco Smit, Prenelan Subrayen and James Vince.

Du Plessis and Vince bring leadership and top-order stability, while Pollard and Holder supply power and versatility. Hosein and Subrayen offer spin control, and Muzarabani and Overton add height and bounce to the pace attack.

MI Cape Town

MI Cape Town's roster includes Corbin Bosch, Lehan Botha, Trent Boult, Reeza Hendricks, Shimron Hetmyer, Will Jacks, Thomas Kaber, Rashid Khan, George Linde, Tristan Luus, Wiaan Mulder, Dane Piedt, Nicholas Pooran, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Daniel Smith, Jason Smith, Tiaan van Vuuren and Oliver Whitehead.

Boult and Rabada form one of the most potent new-ball pairings in the competition, while Rashid Khan remains a premier spin threat. Pooran, Hetmyer and Rickelton provide explosive middle-order options, with Jacks and Mulder offering all-round flexibility.

Paarl Royals

Paarl Royals have secured Otneil Baartman, JJ Basson, Bjorn Fortuin, Rubin Hermann, Dan Lawrence, Keagan Lion-Cachet, David Miller, Ngabani Mokoena, Gudakesh Motie, Azmatullah Omarzai, Delano Potgieter, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Sikandar Raza, Thomas Rew, Joe Root, Asa Tribe, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Kyle Verreynne and Hardus Viljoen.

Root's presence lends considerable experience and class to the batting group, with Miller and Verreynne providing finishing power and wicketkeeping cover respectively. Mujeeb and Motie offer contrasting spin options, while Omarzai and Potgieter contribute seam-bowling all-round depth.

Auction Activity

The auction saw several notable moves. Oliver Whitehead joined MI Cape Town for R200,000, while Pretoria Capitals acquired Rassie van der Dussen for R500,000, Temba Bavuma and Josh Breed for R200,000 each, and Ackeeam Auguste and Keemo Paul for R200,000 apiece. Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured Nandre Burger for R500,000 and Craig Overton for R1,500,000.

Squad Composition and Balance

Across the six franchises, the squads reflect a clear emphasis on balancing international star power with emerging local talent. The retention of core players ahead of the auction allowed teams to build around established combinations, while the 19 new purchases addressed specific gaps in batting, bowling and all-round resources.

With the tournament approaching, the success of each franchise will depend on how quickly these squads coalesce and whether the new signings can adapt to conditions and roles. The SA20 has consistently rewarded teams with depth and versatility, and the 2027 rosters suggest another competitive season lies ahead.