Why Kwena Maphaka's R1.2 million IPL move is a big deal

24 Mar

Tiisetso Malepa

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Kwena Maphaka, who can ramp up speeds of more than 140km, was signed on Wednesday

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Baby Protea Kwena Maphaka’s move to Indian Premier League (IPL) giants Mumbai Indians is a big deal in the true sense of the word.

The matric student will not only coin it in the big money league, but also share a dressing room with the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who is the Mumbai Indians’ mentor.

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