India, Aug. 5 -- The road to Betway SA20 Season 5 has officially begun with all six franchises revealing their retained players and pre-signed stars ahead of the Player Auction on October 7. While the majority of the squads have retained their core, several high-profile international signings and one massive retention surprise have already stolen the spotlight before a single ball has been bowled.

The biggest headline from the squad announcements is undoubtedly Joburg Super Kings deciding not to retain captain Faf du Plessis, who led the franchise in each of the first four editions of the tournament. JSK have also moved on from South African internationals Wiaan Mulder and Nandre Burger, signalling the beginning of a new era at the Wande...