Kyle Simmonds and Ernest Kemm end the CSA 4-Day Series with top honours in the SACA MVP rankings in the format for Division 1 and Division 2, respectively. Their consistent performances and impactful contributions across the red-ball series have set a high standard for excellence in the domestic game.
Kyle Simmonds capped off a dominant campaign by finishing at the summit of the Division 1 4-Day Series rankings. The left-arm spinner’s ability to bowl long, disciplined spells and provide crucial breakthroughs made him the standout performer for his team in the competition.
Simmonds was a constant threat throughout the 2025/26 4-Day Series, finishing as one of the top wicket-takers in the division with 28 wickets in 7 matches. His red-ball campaign was highlighted by a career-best performance against Boland, where he claimed match figures of 11/110—including 5/66 in the first innings and 6/44 in the second—to help secure a victory by an innings and 141 runs.
In addition to his bowling and batting prowess, Simmonds was reliable in the field, claiming 8 catches throughout the tournament. His consistency was reflected in a comprehensive total of 266,363 MVP points, built on 149,089 bowling points, 98,273 batting points, and 9 fielding points. This all-round dominance resulted in an impressive average of 38,052 points per match. His ability to contribute significantly across all facets of the game—including scoring 537 runs at an average of 88.76 during the series—ensured he maintained his lead over a highly competitive field.
Veteran all-rounder Ernest Kemm secured the 4-Day SACA MVP title in dramatic fashion. Since moving to the Eastern Storm, Kemm has added significant value to the team environment as a senior player. His presence has been impactful throughout the season, though the race for the top spot was closely contested. Kemm held onto the second position for the majority of the season before finally taking over the top spot in the rankings during the final match.
Kemm finished the 2025/26 4-Day campaign as the leading wicket-taker in Division 2, claiming 40 wickets across eleven innings. His season was highlighted by five five-wicket hauls, with best bowling figures of 6/55. His match-winning influence is reflected in his final accumulation of 309,037 total MVP points, a tally significantly bolstered by 245,181 points from his bowling contributions alone. This clinical performance underscores his experience and earns him the title of the division’s most valuable player.
“We would like to congratulate Kyle and Ernest for winning the title of SACA MVP for the 4-Day Series in their respective divisions. It is a great achievement to be recognised as the most valuable player for the season in the longest format. This season, players have challenged themselves and let their talent shine. We would like to wish all players a restful off-season.”
The SACA MVP uses an internationally recognised ranking system to identify the key influencers in CSA’s domestic competitions. The algorithm, developed by SACA and administered by renowned cricket statistician Andrew Samson, identifies the most valuable performers through an objective, data-driven lens. Points are awarded based on how well a player performs “on the day” under different match situations and are accumulated throughout the competition to determine the most valuable players within the specific format. This system ensures that recognition is based purely on statistical impact and match-winning contributions.
SACA MVP Prize Money
The SACA MVP rankings not only celebrate excellence but also provide financial rewards for top-tier performance. SACA provides prize money for the top performers in the Division 1 SACA Overall MVP rankings, as well as the top 10 players in the 4-Day Competition, the CSA One-Day Cup, and the CSA T20 Challenge.
