Archive · 31 Dec 2025
De Kock Thrives with Sunrisers in SA20
Quinton de Kock, a 33-year-old cricket player, is playing for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape team in the SA20 league.
He is not just playing but also helping younger players like Tristan Stubbs, who is the team's captain.
De Kock has been doing really well, scoring lots of runs and helping his team win.
He feels happy and comfortable playing for the Sunrisers because the coaches are people he knows and trusts from his past cricket days.
The fans also love him and cheer for him a lot.
He is looking forward to more matches, including a big one on New Year's Eve.
Quinton de Kock is playing for Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 league, providing mentorship to younger players like captain Tristan Stubbs.
He has scored 119 runs in two matches, leading the team to two consecutive victories with impressive averages and strike rates.
De Kock sought stability and a sense of belonging, which he found with the Sunrisers, coached by his former Proteas mentors Adrian Birrell and Russell Domingo.
The fans, known as the 'Orange Army,' have warmly welcomed de Kock, cheering him on during his home debut.
De Kock is focused on staying mentally ready and contributing to the team's success, without overthinking his form or confidence.
- Who
- Quinton de Kock, a veteran cricketer, and Tristan Stubbs, a young captain
- What
- De Kock is playing for Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 league and mentoring young players
- When
- During the SA20 season, with recent matches and an upcoming New Year's Eve clash
- Where
- St George’s Park and other SA20 venues
- Why
- De Kock sought stability and a sense of belonging, which he found with the Sunrisers, coached by his former Proteas mentors
- Player
- Quinton de Kock
- Team
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape
- Role
- Veteran Player and Mentor
- Age
- 33
- Runs Scored
- 119 runs in 2 matches
- Average
- 59.50
- Strike Rate
- 167.60
- Coaches
- Adrian Birrell and Russell Domingo