BREAKING NEWS: Joburg schoolboy Jason Rowles fetches a staggering R2.9m at SA20 S5 auction
The schoolboy batter became the auction’s top buy after a bidding war with MI Cape Town, surpassing several established internationals.
- On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, the Joburg Super Kings signed 18-year-old Jason Rowles for R2.9 million at the Betway SA20 Season 5 auction in Johannesburg, making him the season's most expensive acquisition.
- Following an increased salary cap of $2.54 million, four active franchises competed to fill 19 squad slots at the auction, while Durban Super Giants and Paarl Royals entered with finalized rosters.
- MI Cape Town acquired Wiaan Mulder for R2.6 million, plus Trent Boult and Shimron Hetmyer for R1.5 million each, while JSK secured veteran Faf du Plessis for R2.7 million and Kieron Pollard for R1.5 million.
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape signed Nandre Burger and Craig Overton to complete their roster, while Pretoria Capitals finalized their squad by adding Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, Josh Breed, Ackeem Auguste, and Keemo Paul.
- Rowles will now join JSK under head coach Albie Morkel ahead of the season start on January 17, 2027, marking his transition from school cricket to South Africa's top T20 league.
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BREAKING NEWS: Joburg schoolboy Jason Rowles fetches a staggering R2.9m at SA20 S5 auction
Jason Rowles, the highly rated St David's Marist Inanda and Lions all-rounder, has landed a staggering R2.9 million deal with the Joburg Super Kings at the Betway SA20 Season 5 auction in Johannesburg on Wednesday.
A total of 19 players were bought in the mini auction of the South African T20 League SA20, out of which the 18-year-old South African all-rounder proved to be the most expensive player and the reason for this is also special.
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