SA20 2023: An acclaimed emerging talent lit up the first day of the much-anticipated SA2023’s first season with a blistering inning, which was only befitting. Dewald Brevis, 19, grabbed the attention in a match that included players like Jos Buttler, David Miller, Eoin Morgan, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, and Rashid Khan, among others, with an unbeaten 70 off 41 to help his team MI Cape Town defeat Paarl Royals on Tuesday with ease and a bonus-point victory.
Brevis outshone his more renowned peers in front of a full Newlands crowd in Cape Town as MI raced down a modest target of 143 in only 15.3 overs. Brevis was named the game’s player of the match for his aggressive innings, and he praised the “great atmosphere” present in the arena.
After the match, Brevis remarked, “Firstly, thanks to the crowd for the great support. Brilliant atmosphere, really enjoyed batting. I want to also thank God, it is wasn’t for him I wouldn’t be here.”
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Brevis and AB de Villiers story
Brevis and the famous AB de Villiers have frequently been compared because of how similarly they make shots. His influence has been so great that Dale Steyn has given the teenager his backing in getting selected in the South Africa team for the 2023 ODI World Cup. Brevis praised the contribution De Villiers has made to his growth.
After his outstanding performance at the 2021 ICC U19 World Cup, when he broke the record for the most runs scored in a single event and was named player of the tournament, Brevis attracted attention from all around the world. Later, the five-time IPL champion Mumbai Indians purchased him at the mega auction. He said, “My relationship with AB is very special. He’s played a key role in my development and gives me right advice all the time.”
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