Mzansi Super League: Dane Vilas to lead Durban Heat in second edition

The second edition of the Mzansi Super League (MSL)s almost here. Durban Heat have retained David Miller and have roped in Alex Hales who will power Heat's batting.

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Despite boasting a star-studded side in the inaugural edition, Durban Heat had a terrible season last year, finishing bottom of the log, having won only three games. With new coach, Gary Kirsten on board, and heavy hitters Andile Phehlukwayo, David Miller, Alex Hales and Ravi Bopara, along with the returning bowling options of Kyle Abbott and Keshav Maharaj, and the new young, quick Marco Jansen, things should start to improve for Durban, as they’ll look to convert all this ‘on paper’ talent into performances on the field.

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Dane Vilas will be at the helm of affairs for Durban Heats. Last year, Vilas led the Jozi Stars to win the inaugural 2018 edition of the competition and was one of the first draft picks by the Heat.

The Durban Heat begin their 2019 Mzansi Super League campaign with a match against the Tshwane Spartans at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Cricket Stadium on Saturday, 9 November.

Durban Heat Squad:

Alex Hales, David Miller (retained player), Kyle Abbott (retained player), Andile Phehlukwayo, Dane Vilas, Ravi Bopara, Keshav Maharaj (retained player), Khaya Zondo (retained player), Marco Jansen, Daryn Dupavillon, Sarel Erwee (retained player), Malusi Siboto, Prenelan Subrayen, Wihan Lubbe, Shaun von Berg, Wesley Marshall.

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