Heinrich Klaasen Advises Young Star Dewald Brevis on Handling Big SA20 Auction Price
In the exciting world of SA20 cricket, Durban’s Super Giants wicketkeeper Heinrich Klaasen has some wise words for rising talent Dewald Brevis. After Brevis fetched a whopping R16.5 million (about USD 945,000) at the SA20 auction, Klaasen urged him to see it as a pat on the back for his hard work so far, not extra stress.
Brevis joined the Pretoria Capitals in Tuesday night’s bidding war, becoming the second player to cross the R10 million mark. Just 12 minutes earlier, South Africa’s T20I captain Aiden Markram went to Durban’s Super Giants for R14 million. It’s clear that top South African players are in high demand in the SA20 league.
Klaasen, speaking to JioHotstar, kept it real: "Brevis needs to remember this price tag comes from what he’s already done—his solid performances, dedication, and skills. Cricket’s unpredictable; you can train hard and still get out first ball. But his track record gives him a strong shot at success. Over the next three years, his team won’t let him go easily, so it’s time to build on that and shine even brighter. Ultimately, it’s a reward for his past and the potential everyone sees in him."
SA20 League’s Growing Buzz and Global Reach
As the SA20 auction heated up, league commissioner Graeme Smith shared how the tournament has transformed South African cricket. "We’ve come a long way in delivering thrilling matches, fierce competition, and huge viewership," Smith said. "We’re pushing to rank among the best franchise leagues outside India. It was thrilling to see SA20 trending in India during the auction—that shows our global pull."
Smith praised the league for giving South African players worldwide exposure, not just the national stars. "The best part? SA20 is reviving cricket here at home. Fans are flooding back to stadiums, and Season 3 brought in fresh crowds. Growing the game means packing seats and boosting TV ratings. To succeed globally, we first need to win over our own fans, and the amazing support across South Africa has made that happen."
Sourav Ganguly on Brevis and SA20’s IPL-Like Impact
Pretoria Capitals head coach and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly couldn’t hide his excitement about landing Brevis. He compared SA20’s boost to South African cricket with the IPL’s magic in India. "Domestic stars like Brevis and Markram always draw big bids, especially with fewer retentions this time," Ganguly noted. "Brevis is a real talent—his game leveled up in the recent Australia series. Auctions are about supply and demand, not just skill, but we’re thrilled to have him."
Ganguly highlighted the Centurion pitch as a perfect fit for Brevis and pointed out the area’s hidden gems. "We’ve got great reports on him from the Mumbai Indians setup and the Proteas. He’s young, a long-term bet, just like Connor Esterhuizen and exciting pacers such as 19-year-old Bayanda Majola. These players will only improve. As a team, we’re thinking big picture, and securing Brevis is a smart move."
The SA20 auction underscores the league’s rising star power, blending young talents like Brevis with veterans to keep fans hooked. With such investments, expect more explosive cricket action in the seasons ahead.
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