Wikipedia - Paarl Royals

Paarl Royals is a South African professional Twenty20 franchise cricket team that competes in the SA20 tournament. The team is based in Paarl, and was formed in 2022. The team's home-ground is Boland Park Cricket ground. The team is captained by David Miller and is coached by Shane Bond.

The franchise is owned by Manoj Badale.

History

In August 2022, Cricket South Africa announced the establishment of the SA20, a Twenty20 Cricket competition to be started in 2023. The teams for the competition, representing six cities, including Paarl, were put up for auction in September 2022. The Paarl franchise was purchased by Manoj Badale.

The Paarl Royals are a professional cricket team representing South Africa in the franchise-based T20 league, the SA20. Based in Paarl, Western Cape, the team is part of the Royals franchise group, which also owns teams in other leagues around the world. The Paarl Royals aim to bring a dynamic and competitive edge to South African cricket, featuring a mix of experienced international stars and promising local talent. Known for their vibrant team culture and aggressive playing style, the Paarl Royals strive to entertain fans and achieve success in the SA20 tournament. Their squad is built to showcase skill, versatility, and resilience, making them a formidable presence on the cricketing stage.