SA20 2026 Stats – Most Runs, Most Wickets, Highest Totals, Player of the Tournament and More. The SA20 2026 season once again proved why the league is rising fast in global T20 cricket. Played from late December to January, the tournament delivered consistent entertainment. Sunrisers Eastern Cape lifted the title again, showing composure in big matches. However, the season was defined equally by individual brilliance across all six teams.
Most Runs
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q de Kock (SEC) | 2025–2026 | 12 | 11 | 390 | 79* | 39.00 | 148.85 | – | 4 | 32 | 23 |
| D Brevis (PC) | 2025–2026 | 12 | 11 | 370 | 101 | 41.11 | 156.11 | 1 | 2 | 20 | 30 |
| RD Rickelton (MICT) | 2025–2026 | 10 | 9 | 337 | 113* | 42.12 | 156.01 | 2 | – | 27 | 24 |
| SE Rutherford (PC) | 2025–2026 | 11 | 10 | 334 | 74* | 66.80 | 165.34 | – | 2 | 23 | 26 |
| AK Markram (DSG) | 2025–2026 | 9 | 7 | 309 | 108 | 44.14 | 152.97 | 1 | 1 | 31 | 11 |
Batting performances dominated the competition from the opening week. Quinton de Kock finished as the leading run-scorer with 390 runs for Sunrisers Eastern Cape. He played 11 innings and remained not out once. De Kock averaged 39.00 and struck at 148.85. His four fifties provided stability at the top during pressure situations. Dewald Brevis followed closely with 370 runs for Pretoria Capitals. Brevis scored his runs at a strike rate of 156.11. He smashed 30 sixes, the most in SA20 2026. His maiden century showcased fearless stroke play under pressure. Brevis often turned matches within a few overs.
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Highest Individual Scores
| Player | Runs | Mins | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Team | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD Hope | 118* | 90 | 69 | 9 | 9 | 171.01 | Capitals | v Super Giants |
| RD Rickelton | 113* | 107 | 60 | 8 | 9 | 188.33 | MI Cape Town | v Super Kings |
| RD Rickelton | 113 | 89 | 63 | 5 | 11 | 179.36 | MI Cape Town | v Super Giants |
| AK Markram | 108 | 88 | 58 | 12 | 5 | 186.20 | Super Giants | v Paarl Royals |
| D Brevis | 101 | 82 | 56 | 8 | 7 | 180.35 | Capitals | v Sunrisers |
Ryan Rickelton delivered two centuries for MI Cape Town. He scored 337 runs in nine innings. Rickelton also registered the highest individual score, an unbeaten 113. His ability to dominate both pace and spin stood out. Sherfane Rutherford impressed with 334 runs at a remarkable average of 66.80. Rutherford struck at 165.34, excelling as a finisher. Aiden Markram added 309 runs, including a classy century for the Super Giants.
Highest Team Totals
| Team | Score | Overs | RR | Inns | Opposition | Ground | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI Cape Town | 234/3 | 20.0 | 11.70 | 1 | v Super Kings | Johannesburg | Won |
| Super Giants | 232/5 | 20.0 | 11.60 | 1 | v MI Cape Town | Cape Town | Won |
| Capitals | 220/5 | 20.0 | 11.00 | 1 | v MI Cape Town | Cape Town | Won |
| MI Cape Town | 217/7 | 20.0 | 10.85 | 2 | v Super Giants | Cape Town | Lost |
| Paarl Royals | 210/5 | 20.0 | 10.50 | 1 | v Super Kings | Centurion | Won |
Team totals reached historic levels during the season. MI Cape Town recorded the highest team score of 234/3 against Super Kings. Super Giants replied with 232/5 against MI Cape Town earlier in the tournament. Capitals and Paarl Royals also crossed the 210 mark. High scoring reflected flat pitches and aggressive batting intent.
Most Wickets
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | Balls | Overs | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Econ | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEG Baartman (PR) | 2025–2026 | 9 | 9 | 178 | 29.4 | 271 | 20 | 5/16 | 9.13 | 1 |
| A Nortje (SEC) | 2025–2026 | 12 | 11 | 243 | 40.3 | 284 | 18 | 4/13 | 7.01 | 1 |
| Sikandar Raza (PR) | 2026–2026 | 10 | 10 | 216 | 36.0 | 265 | 15 | 4/13 | 7.36 | 1 |
| M Jansen (SEC) | 2025–2026 | 12 | 11 | 241 | 40.1 | 261 | 13 | 3/10 | 6.49 | – |
| N Mokoena (PR) | 2025–2026 | 10 | 9 | 192 | 32.0 | 308 | 13 | 4/34 | 9.62 | 1 |
Despite batting dominance, bowlers delivered decisive spells. Ottniel Baartman finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker. He claimed 20 wickets in nine matches for Paarl Royals. Baartman recorded the best figures of 5/16. His average stood at 13.55, highlighting consistency and control. He deservedly won the Bowler of the Tournament award.
Best Economy Rates
| Player | Span | Mat | Overs | Mdns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Worrall (JSK) | 2026–2026 | 4 | 12.0 | 1 | 72 | 69 | 4 | 2/12 | 17.25 | 5.75 |
| SP Narine (DSG) | 2026–2026 | 4 | 16.0 | 1 | 96 | 94 | 4 | 2/18 | 23.50 | 5.87 |
| DL Piedt (MICT) | 2026–2026 | 3 | 11.0 | – | 66 | 67 | – | – | – | 6.09 |
| SR Harmer (DSG) | 2025–2026 | 6 | 18.0 | 1 | 108 | 110 | 4 | 1/13 | 27.50 | 6.11 |
| M Jansen (SEC) | 2025–2026 | 12 | 40.1 | 1 | 241 | 261 | 13 | 3/10 | 20.07 | 6.49 |
Economy rates also shaped tight contests. Daniel Worrall led this category with an economy of 5.75. Sunil Narine followed closely with 5.87. Marco Jansen impressed over a full season with an economy of 6.49.
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL du Plooy (JSK) | 2026–2026 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 86 | 54* | 43.00 | 49 | 175.51 |
| DP Conway (DSG) | 2025–2026 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 111 | 64 | 37.00 | 64 | 173.43 |
| D Ferreira (JSK) | 2025–2026 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 103 | 33* | 20.60 | 60 | 171.66 |
| Rashid Khan (MICT) | 2025–2026 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 36 | 35 | 12.00 | 21 | 171.42 |
| JM Coles (SEC) | 2026–2026 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 152 | 61 | 38.00 | 89 | 170.78 |
Strike rate specialists added extra excitement. JL du Plooy topped strike rates with 175.51. Devon Conway and Donovan Ferreira followed closely. Their rapid scoring changed momentum instantly.
Most Player of the Match Awards
| Player | Team | Span | Matches | Player of the Match Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q de Kock | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 2025–2026 | 12 | 4 |
| D Brevis | Pretoria Capitals | 2025–2026 | 12 | 3 |
| RD Rickelton | MI Cape Town | 2025–2026 | 10 | 3 |
| OEG Baartman | Paarl Royals | 2025–2026 | 9 | 2 |
| SE Rutherford | Pretoria Capitals | 2025–2026 | 11 | 2 |
Player of the Tournament
| Award | Player | Team | Span | Matches | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player of the Tournament | Quinton de Kock | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 2025–2026 | 12 | 390 runs, 4 fifties, title-winning campaign |
| Batter of the Tournament | Quinton de Kock | Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 2025–2026 | 12 | Most runs in the season |
| Bowler of the Tournament | Ottniel Baartman | Paarl Royals | 2025–2026 | 9 | 20 wickets, best figures 5/16 |
Awards reflected all-round excellence. Quinton de Kock won the Player of the Tournament award. He also claimed multiple Player of the Match honours. Overall, SA20 2026 combined records, consistency, and thrilling cricket throughout.