Mainly as a festive season of T20 league. BBL and SA20, Since the conclusion was recently reached, the focus is on: ICC 2026 Men’s T20 World Cupco-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The BBL and SA20 saw great performances from many international stars. Here is a list of players to keep an eye on as the T20 World Cup begins on February 7th.
The Kiwi opener attracted attention with his outstanding performances in the BBL 2025-26 season. Finn AllenPlaying for Perth Scorchers, he scored 466 runs at an astonishing 184.19, finishing as the top run-scorer of the tournament. Allen hit 38 sixes, the most by a batter all season.
Allen’s best performance came against Melbourne Renegades, where he scored a blistering 101 (53), a testament to his aggressive approach from the first ball.
Allen displayed his batting talent in the finals, scoring 36 (22) points and playing an important role in the match. Scorchers win 6th title against Sydney Sixers. His achievements earned him a spot in the BBL 15 Team of the Tournament.
Marsh celebrates his century against the Hurricanes. (Source: Scorchers Media)
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mitchell marsh He will be leading the Australian team for the World Cup. “Bison,” who served as the Scorchers’ leadoff hitter alongside Allen, finished fourth in the tournament’s top scorers. Marsh managed to score 360 runs throughout the season and hit 20 sixes, finishing second behind his opening partner.
Marsh’s best knock came against Hobart Hurricanes, where he scored an entertaining 102 (58), reinforcing his status as one of the most dangerous opening batsmen in the T20 format. Marsh scored an unconventional 43-ball 44 which brought the Scorchers closer to the goal line.
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Marsh further established himself as an aggressive opening batsman for India last year during the IPL 2025 season. He was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for just Rs 100 crore. Marsh posted one of his best seasons in the tournament with a 3.4Cr lead. Marsh scored 627 runs in just 13 matches with an batting average of 163.71. His best batting performance was against Gujarat Titans, where he scored 117 (64) runs against; Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohamed Shirazi and Prasidh Krishna.
Marsh brings a wealth of experience to the Australian squad, including more than 2000 international T20 appearances.
Connolly is playing for the Scorchers. (Source: Cricket Australia Official Website/Jack Painter)
cooper connolly
The talented 22-year-old Australian all-rounder and complete southpaw has been selected to represent Australia at the World Cup. Representing the Scorchers in the BBL, Connolly managed to score 214 runs while taking 15 wickets at an economy of 6.40.
Connolly posted an attacking score of 77 (37) against the Brisbane Heat, strengthening the batting ability of the midfield. He then showed some magic against the Hobart Hurricanes, winning the ball on 3/23. The all-rounder’s consistent form with both bat and ball spells great news for the Australians ahead of the World Cup on the subcontinent.
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Nortje celebrates the dismissal of Delano Potesietter during a game against the Pearl Royals. (Source: X/@ESPNcricinfo)
Anrich Nortje
Anrich Nortje He had a great season with the ball in the recently concluded SA20. Nortje took 18 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 7.01, his best bowling record against Pearl Royals reduced to 49 all out at 4/13, the lowest total in the history of the competition.
In the final, Nortje played economically against Pretoria Capitals, conceding only 19 runs in 4 overs while picking up wickets.
Nortje can certainly pose a threat to opponents if he gets into form, and the team is wary of the right-handed pacer swinging the ball at speeds exceeding 150km/h.
De Kock stands at bat for the Sunrisers. (Source: SA20 official website)
Quinton de Kock
veteran southpaw, Quinton de KockIn SA20, he scored 390 runs in 12 matches, with an average of 39 runs. De Kock’s outstanding performances included a breezy 79 (41) in a 10-wicket win against Pretoria Capitals, which earned him the Player of the Match award.
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De Kock has a lot of experience playing under Indian conditions. In the T20Is against India, he scored 614 runs in 16 matches at an average of 47.23. He played in the recent T20I series against India, scoring an exceptional 90 (46) in the second T20i, followed by 65 (35) in the fifth (and final) T20i.
De Kock’s batting performance in India, coupled with his attacking approach, has certainly been an integral part of South Africa’s performance at the World Cup.