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David Miller Hails Dinesh Karthik’s Experience Ahead Of SA20 Season 3

Paarl Royals captain David Miller has commended the inclusion of veteran batter Dinesh Karthik in the team’s lineup for SA20 Season 3, highlighting the wicketkeeper-batter’s wealth of experience as a valuable asset for the franchise.

The third edition of SA20 kicks off on January 9, with the opening match between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and MI Cape Town at St. George’s Park in Gqeberha. The David Miller-led Paarl Royals will begin their campaign against Sunrisers Eastern Cape on Saturday.

Speaking at the Official Captains’ Press Conference, Miller expressed excitement about the team’s new roster and coaching staff.

“I think this year we’ve got quite a few new faces, some exciting young players that have come through. We’ve got some seriously good talent there, so excited to have them. A new coach as well, Trevor Penny… He’s been around the world for many years coaching and playing, so good to have him in the set-up as well,” Miller said, according to an SA20 release.


Star Additions to the Squad

A major highlight for the Paarl Royals this season is the addition of Dinesh Karthik, whose leadership and experience will bolster the team. Miller also praised the inclusion of Joe Root, a top England batter, noting how their presence can influence younger players.

“It’s nice to have [Karthik’s] experience as a senior player. Joe Root, which is really exciting for me to kind of tap into those experienced players. But just on a whole, the guys are training really well,” he said.


Tournament Overview

SA20 Season 3 runs from January 9 to February 8, featuring 30 matches, followed by three playoffs scheduled for February 4, 5, and 6. The final match will take place at Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.

Paarl Royals Squad for SA20 2025

  • Captain: David Miller
  • Players: Dewan Marais, Joe Root, Mitchell van Buuren, Sam Hain, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dayyaan Galiem, Keith Dudgeon, Dinesh Karthik, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Rubin Hermann, Bjorn Fortuin, Codi Yusuf, Dunith Wellalage, Eshan Malinga, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Nqaba Peter
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