This article provides a comprehensive look at the record-breaking batting performances and leading run-scorers in the SA20 tournament from its inception through the current season.
Most Runs in SA20
| Player | Innings | Runs | Avg | SR | High Score | 100/50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton (MICT) | 30 | 1216 | 43.42 | 163.00 | 113 | 1/8 |
| Rassie Van der Dussen (MICT) | 36 | 1102 | 35.54 | 133.25 | 104 | 1/4 |
| Heinrich Klaasen (DSG) | 34 | 1078 | 38.50 | 168.43 | 104* | 1/9 |
| Aiden Markram (DSG/SEC) | 38 | 1077 | 33.65 | 131.18 | 100 | 1/5 |
| Faf du Plessis (JSK) | 35 | 990 | 31.93 | 143.27 | 113* | 1/7 |
| Quinton de Kock (DSG/SEC) | 33 | 848 | 27.35 | 139.47 | 83* | 0/7 |
| Jos Buttler (DSG/PR) | 26 | 943 | 41.00 | 142.87 | 97* | 0/8 |
| David Miller (PR) | 34 | 817 | 38.90 | 131.35 | 75* | 0/2 |
| Jordan Hermann (SEC) | 32 | 812 | 29.00 | 121.01 | 106* | 1/4 |
| Matthew Breetzke (DSG/SEC) | 27 | 754 | 30.16 | 128.88 | 78 | 0/3 |
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Key Stats – Most Prolific Batters in SA20 Tournament History
Seasonal Batting Achievements and Most Runs in a Single Edition
Jos Buttler topped the batting charts in the inaugural 2022/23 edition, scoring 391 runs.
The runs scored by Buttler came at a strike rate of 132.54, including four half-centuries.
Ryan Rickelton became the first player to score 500+ runs in a single season during the 2023/24 edition.
Rickelton currently holds the record for the most runs in a single SA20 season with 530 runs (achieved in 2024).
The record for the most number of 50-plus scores in a single season belongs to Rickelton, who registered five 50+ scores in the 2024 season.
Career Milestones and All-Time Batting Leaders
The list of most prolific run-getters in the tournament is led by five South African cricketers: Ryan Rickelton, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, and Faf du Plessis. As of the latest data, Ryan Rickelton leads the all-time run charts (see above).
Heinrich Klaasen was the first player to cross the 1,000-run mark in the tournament, achieving this milestone during the 2025 season.
There have been eight centuries scored in the tournament’s history to date.
Ryan Rickelton is the only player to maintain an average above 40 among those who have batted in more than 10 innings.
Top Strike Rates and Explosive Hitting Statistics
Rickelton also leads the tournament for the most sixes hit, with a total of 70+ maximums.
Among players who have faced 100+ balls in the tournament overall, Kieron Pollard holds the highest strike rate at 185+.
When the qualification benchmark is raised to 500 balls faced, Heinrich Klaasen tops the strike-rate chart.
Heinrich Klaasen is the only player to feature in the top strike-rate categories for both the 100-ball and 500-ball benchmarks.
