The SA20 player auction room at the Cape Town International Convention Centre ahead of proceedings starting on Monday. Picture: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images
Previous attempts by Cricket South Africa to launch an international T20 league ended up being a sham and really hurt local cricket by robbing it of vital resources.
But with major investment from SuperSport and IPL franchises, there is much optimism that the SA20 will be the real deal and reinvigorate South African cricket.
The tournament will only be as good as the players who are involved in it though, and that makes Monday’s auction at the Cape Town International Convention Centre a crucial component in the success of the league.
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