The South African Cricketers’ Association (SACA) congratulates the Proteas men’s team on an incredibly successful 2024/25 season. This remarkable year is further highlighted by the exceptional individual performances celebrated in the SACA Most Valuable Player (MVP) Rankings, meticulously compiled in partnership with CricViz.
This season has been a testament to the dedication, passion and resilience of the Proteas squad. Their journey to becoming World Test Champions and reaching the finals of the ICC T20 World Cup is a source of immense pride.
Leading the charge in individual recognition, all-rounder Marco Jansen has firmly held onto his top spot in the overall Proteas Men SACA MVP rankings. Jansen’s all-format brilliance saw him amass an impressive 364.298 MVP points, finishing 7.24 points ahead of Aiden Markram (357.058 MVP points) and Tristan Stubbs (340.424 MVP points). Jansen’s impactful contributions with bat and ball have helped in his steady ascension to the top of the rankings.
In red-ball, fast bowler Kagiso Rabada concludes the season at the pinnacle of the Test rankings. Rabada’s relentless pace and crucial wicket-taking abilities in each test match were instrumental in the Proteas’ wins. He finished top of the Proteas Men SACA MVP test rankings on 208.863 MVP points, followed by the ever-consistent Keshav Maharaj (178.482 MVP points) in second and Aiden Markram (176.062 MVP points) in third position.
The Proteas also showcased explosive individual performances in white-ball cricket. Heinrich Klaasen dominated in the One Day Internationals, finishing the season on 85.11 MVP points in six matches. Klaasen’s explosive hitting and crucial contributions were particularly highlighted by his fifth consecutive 50-plus score in ODIs. In the T20 International format, Marco Jansen again showcased his all-round prowess, ending the season at the top of the T20i rankings with 163.63 MVP points.
The SACA Most Valuable Player Rankings, powered by the cutting-edge analytics of CricViz, offer an in-depth, objective reflection of player impact. This sophisticated algorithm goes beyond traditional statistics, considering expected performance on every ball according to CricViz’s extensive venue, event and player database. It calculates batting, bowling, and fielding performances, factors in match-defining contributions, and even accounts for the historic performances of the venue where each fixture is played. This comprehensive analysis, which quantifies a player’s influence in runs scored, conceded, and saved, provides a more accurate reflection of the top performers in the game compared to conventional batting and bowling averages.
Andrew Breetzke, SACA CEO, stated: “This has been an extraordinary season for the Proteas men’s team, starting the season as finalists in the T20 World Cup final and ending as the victors of the Test Championship. SACA is incredibly proud of every player’s commitment and achievements. The SACA MVP rankings enable us to truly celebrate the multifaceted contributions of our MVPs, such as Marco, Kagiso, and Heinrich. Their outstanding statistics across formats, as accurately measured by the MVP, are a testament to their dedication and skill.”
Khaya Zondo, SACA President, added: “What a magnificent season it has been for the Proteas! We have witnessed a historic season in South African cricket, a testament to the collective spirit and unwavering commitment of this team. A massive congratulations to our SACA MVP winners – Marco, Kagiso and Heinrich. Even through their individual brilliance, it is the unity and shared purpose that have enabled the Proteas to achieve historic greatness in a single season. This team has inspired a nation and has set the bar for the future.
Proteas Men SACA MVP Rankings as of 17 June 2025:
