Get ready for some high-stakes bidding! The SA20 Season 3 player auction is set to take place in Cape Town on October 1st, and renowned auctioneer Richard Madley is back to lead the charge. Known as ‘The Hammerman’, Madley brings a decade of experience from the Indian Premier League (IPL) to the table, ensuring a thrilling and competitive auction.
Six teams will be vying for the best players in the world, including the likes of Ben Stokes, Kane Williamson, Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow, Marcus Stoinis, and Devon Conway. The teams will be looking to finalize their squads ahead of the lucrative league, which is set to kick off on January 9th next year.
Madley himself is excited to be back in the hot seat, stating, “I’m thrilled to be back at the helm of the Betway SA20 Season 3 player auction. I have fond memories of the marathon 10-hour auction we had in the first season, so it’s great to be back in charge of proceedings and to wield my gavel on some high-stakes bids.”
The SA20 auction registration period closed last Friday, and the final list of players is set to be released on September 25th. League Commissioner Graeme Smith is also thrilled to have Madley back, saying, “We’re delighted to have Richard back on board for the Betway SA20 Season 3 auction. His passion and professionalism bring an extra layer of excitement to the auction process, and we can’t wait to see the drama unfold on 1 October.”
The SA20 Season 3 player auction is set to be a spectacle of excitement and anticipation, with six teams, star players, and Richard Madley at the helm, making it a must-watch event for any cricket fan.