Keshav Maharaj replaces Rilee Rossouw as the skipper of the Capitals

The Pretoria Capitals have named Keshav Maharaj as captain for the upcoming SA20 season, replacing Rilee Rossouw. Maharaj, who previously led Durban Super Giants, was purchased by the Pretoria Capitals for R1.7 million, while Rossouw joined Jo'burg Super Kings. The franchise praised Maharaj’s vast international pedigree and white-ball leadership experience, noting his ability to guide teams with clarity, tactical consistency and intent.

Maharaj boasts an impressive record, ranking as the league’s second-highest wicket-taker among spinners with twenty-seven total scalps. Off the field, the Capitals overhauled their support staff, appointing Sourav Ganguly as head coach to replace Jonathan Trott, with Shaun Pollock joining as assistant.

Leveraging the season's largest auction purse, the team aggressively recruited Dewald Brevis for a massive R16.5 million fee. They also secured talents like Lungi Ngidi and Connor Esterhuizen, alongside pre-signed stars Will Jacks and Andre Russell, ensuring a formidable lineup for the challenging new campaign ahead.