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ICC REVEALS DECEMBER PLAYER OF THE MONTH NOMINEES
Bumrah nominated for ICC Men’s Player of the Month for second month running, joined by fellow World Test Championship wicket-takers, Cummins and Paterson
Mandhana, Mlaba and Sutherland among the nominees for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for eye-catching performances across all formats
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today unveiled the shortlists in contention for the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards for December 2024, celebrating the outstanding individual performances on the international stage during the calendar month.
Following a gripping month of action in the race to the ICC World Test Championship Final, the nominees for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month comprise standout wicket-takers from India, Australia and South Africa.
India’s Jasprit Bumrah is nominated for the second month in succession after continued spells of destructive bowling in India’s efforts in the enthralling Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. Victorious Australia skipper Pat Cummins also earns his way onto the shortlist following decisive bowling spells, as Australia edged ahead with wins in Adelaide and Melbourne in December. Completing the lineup is South Africa’s Dane Paterson, whose 13 wickets across two Tests helped South Africa become the first team to qualify for the WTC Final at Lord’s in June.
Australia, South Africa and India are also represented among the contenders for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award.
Talismanic Indian batter Smriti Mandhana scored heavily during December, notching notable scores in Australia and against the West Indies on home soil. Nonkululeko Mlaba is nominated for the first time after historic wicket-taking feats in South Africa’s Test against England at Bloemfontein. Australia’s all-round sensation Annabel Sutherland is the final name on the shortlist after shining with the bat and ball during the month, hitting back-to-back centuries against India and New Zealand alongside valuable wickets.
An independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world will now be invited to cast their votes to decide the winners, which will be announced next week. Fans are now able to vote for their favourite performers at icc-cricket.com/awards.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for December:
Jasprit Bumrah (IND)
The world’s number one ranked Test bowler ended the year as strongly as he performed through it, with 22 wickets during his three Test outings in December. With Australia growing in confidence during the series, Bumrah was the primary resisting force, starring in spells of four for 61 in Adelaide, six for 76 in Brisbane, and in the nine-wicket performance in Melbourne which saw him reach the highest rating points tally by any Indian bowler in history. Bumrah will be hoping to win his second Player of the Month crown, and elsewhere, claim the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year in the ICC Awards 2024 following a dazzling year.
Pat Cummins (Aus)
Australia’s captain inspired a memorable fightback from the 1-0 series deficit with stirring performances in December’s Tests that featured 144 runs and 17 wickets at 17.64. After the disappointment of Perth, last year’s ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year ripped through the Indian batting lineup in the second innings in Adelaide, taking five for 57 to secure a ten-wicket victory from which they prospered. Arguably his highlight came in Melbourne, where, after his first innings 49, he helped his side recover from 91 for six with valuable lower order runs (41) before removing India’s top three batters as Australia won by 184 runs and took the upper hand in the thrilling series.
Dane Paterson (SA)
The South African seamer is nominated for the first time for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award, and does so after 13 wickets on a successful return to the Proteas Test side. Recalled for the second Test against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, Paterson immediately repaid the faith with a Player of the Match performance, claiming his first Test five-for with the wickets of Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis and Lahiru Kumara in one over in his first innings return of five for 71. The spell proved crucial in the 109-run win and Paterson backed it up with more heroics with a probing five for 61 in the nail-biting victory over Pakistan that saw South Africa seal their place at Lord’s in what will be their first ICC World Test Championship Final.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month Nominees for December:
Smriti Mandhana (IND)
The Indian opener is hoping to win her second ICC Women’s Player of the Month crown after 463 runs during a calendar month packed with ODI and T20I action. The 28-year-old hit 270 runs in her six 50-over contests, headlined by a sublime 105 against Australia at Perth. On the back of that performance, Mandhana then took apart the travelling West Indies bowling unit, hitting half-centuries in three successive T20Is and two further ODIs, taking home the Player of the Series prize in the former.
Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA)
The South African strike bowler wrote her name into the history books in December thanks to a memorable display against England in their solitary Test at Bloemofontein. Following a modest showing in the ODIs that preceded the contest, Mlaba came to life in the longest format, extracting turn from the surface to take four wickets and a run out in the first innings, before six more in the second saw her become the first South African female to take ten wickets in a Test match.
Annabel Sutherland (AUS)
The 23-year-old all-rounder enjoyed a fruitful end to 2024, helping her earn nominations for both the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year and the Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year. December began with wickets in Brisbane and the seamer took four for 39 in a comfortable victory in the second ODI against India. The third ODI saw Sutherland hit three figures, smashing 110 in 98 balls to claim the Player of the Series, and she followed that performance with another century across the Tasman Sea, striking a brisk, unbeaten 105 in 81 balls in their opening victory over New Zealand. The second ODI saw her hit another 42 runs and take three wickets, as she won another Player of the Series prize.
The ICC Player of the Month Voting Process:
The three nominees for either category are shortlisted based on performances from the first to the last day of each calendar month. The shortlist is then voted on by the independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world. The ICC Voting Academy comprises prominent members of the cricket fraternity including well-known journalists, former players, broadcasters and members of the ICC Hall of Fame. The Voting Academy submit their votes by email and hold a 90 per cent share of the vote. Fans registered with the ICC can vote via the ICC website, accounting for the remaining 10 per cent. Winners are announced every second Monday of the month on ICC’s digital channels.
Bumrah nominated for ICC Men’s Player of the Month for second month running, joined by fellow World Test Championship wicket-takers, Cummins and Paterson
Mandhana, Mlaba and Sutherland among the nominees for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for eye-catching performances across all formats
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today unveiled the shortlists in contention for the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards for December 2024, celebrating the outstanding individual performances on the international stage during the calendar month.
Following a gripping month of action in the race to the ICC World Test Championship Final, the nominees for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month comprise standout wicket-takers from India, Australia and South Africa.
India’s Jasprit Bumrah is nominated for the second month in succession after continued spells of destructive bowling in India’s efforts in the enthralling Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. Victorious Australia skipper Pat Cummins also earns his way onto the shortlist following decisive bowling spells, as Australia edged ahead with wins in Adelaide and Melbourne in December. Completing the lineup is South Africa’s Dane Paterson, whose 13 wickets across two Tests helped South Africa become the first team to qualify for the WTC Final at Lord’s in June.
Australia, South Africa and India are also represented among the contenders for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award.
Talismanic Indian batter Smriti Mandhana scored heavily during December, notching notable scores in Australia and against the West Indies on home soil. Nonkululeko Mlaba is nominated for the first time after historic wicket-taking feats in South Africa’s Test against England at Bloemfontein. Australia’s all-round sensation Annabel Sutherland is the final name on the shortlist after shining with the bat and ball during the month, hitting back-to-back centuries against India and New Zealand alongside valuable wickets.
An independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world will now be invited to cast their votes to decide the winners, which will be announced next week. Fans are now able to vote for their favourite performers at icc-cricket.com/awards.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for December:
Jasprit Bumrah (IND)
The world’s number one ranked Test bowler ended the year as strongly as he performed through it, with 22 wickets during his three Test outings in December. With Australia growing in confidence during the series, Bumrah was the primary resisting force, starring in spells of four for 61 in Adelaide, six for 76 in Brisbane, and in the nine-wicket performance in Melbourne which saw him reach the highest rating points tally by any Indian bowler in history. Bumrah will be hoping to win his second Player of the Month crown, and elsewhere, claim the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year in the ICC Awards 2024 following a dazzling year.
Pat Cummins (Aus)
Australia’s captain inspired a memorable fightback from the 1-0 series deficit with stirring performances in December’s Tests that featured 144 runs and 17 wickets at 17.64. After the disappointment of Perth, last year’s ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year ripped through the Indian batting lineup in the second innings in Adelaide, taking five for 57 to secure a ten-wicket victory from which they prospered. Arguably his highlight came in Melbourne, where, after his first innings 49, he helped his side recover from 91 for six with valuable lower order runs (41) before removing India’s top three batters as Australia won by 184 runs and took the upper hand in the thrilling series.
Dane Paterson (SA)
The South African seamer is nominated for the first time for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award, and does so after 13 wickets on a successful return to the Proteas Test side. Recalled for the second Test against Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, Paterson immediately repaid the faith with a Player of the Match performance, claiming his first Test five-for with the wickets of Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis and Lahiru Kumara in one over in his first innings return of five for 71. The spell proved crucial in the 109-run win and Paterson backed it up with more heroics with a probing five for 61 in the nail-biting victory over Pakistan that saw South Africa seal their place at Lord’s in what will be their first ICC World Test Championship Final.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month Nominees for December:
Smriti Mandhana (IND)
The Indian opener is hoping to win her second ICC Women’s Player of the Month crown after 463 runs during a calendar month packed with ODI and T20I action. The 28-year-old hit 270 runs in her six 50-over contests, headlined by a sublime 105 against Australia at Perth. On the back of that performance, Mandhana then took apart the travelling West Indies bowling unit, hitting half-centuries in three successive T20Is and two further ODIs, taking home the Player of the Series prize in the former.
Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA)
The South African strike bowler wrote her name into the history books in December thanks to a memorable display against England in their solitary Test at Bloemofontein. Following a modest showing in the ODIs that preceded the contest, Mlaba came to life in the longest format, extracting turn from the surface to take four wickets and a run out in the first innings, before six more in the second saw her become the first South African female to take ten wickets in a Test match.
Annabel Sutherland (AUS)
The 23-year-old all-rounder enjoyed a fruitful end to 2024, helping her earn nominations for both the ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year and the Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year. December began with wickets in Brisbane and the seamer took four for 39 in a comfortable victory in the second ODI against India. The third ODI saw Sutherland hit three figures, smashing 110 in 98 balls to claim the Player of the Series, and she followed that performance with another century across the Tasman Sea, striking a brisk, unbeaten 105 in 81 balls in their opening victory over New Zealand. The second ODI saw her hit another 42 runs and take three wickets, as she won another Player of the Series prize.
The ICC Player of the Month Voting Process:
The three nominees for either category are shortlisted based on performances from the first to the last day of each calendar month. The shortlist is then voted on by the independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world. The ICC Voting Academy comprises prominent members of the cricket fraternity including well-known journalists, former players, broadcasters and members of the ICC Hall of Fame. The Voting Academy submit their votes by email and hold a 90 per cent share of the vote. Fans registered with the ICC can vote via the ICC website, accounting for the remaining 10 per cent. Winners are announced every second Monday of the month on ICC’s digital channels.
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Bumrah and Sutherland triumph in December Player of the Month Awards
India’s Jasprit Bumrah wins ICC Men’s Player of the Month after commanding bowling displays in Border-Gavaskar Trophy duels
Australia’s Annabel Sutherland caps a fine year with ICC Women’s Player of the Month award following starring role in ODI victories over India and New Zealand
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has today announced the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for December 2024 as India’s Jasprit Bumrah and Australia’s Annabel Sutherland.
Top-ranked Test bowler Bumrah provided stern resistance to Australia’s resurgence in a compelling Border-Gavaskar Trophy series with destructive bowling spells, while Sutherland was in sparkling form during Australia’s ODI encounters against India and New Zealand, twice winning Player of the Series accolades for her all-round contributions.
Both players were crowned following a vote conducted among global fans registered at icc-cricket.com and a specialist panel comprising ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and media representatives.
Bumrah clinches his second ICC Men’s Player of the Month crown from fellow nominees, World Test Championship wicket-takers Pat Cummins and Dane Paterson.
Sutherland also wins her second ICC Women’s Player of the Month prize, overcoming Smriti Mandhana and Nonkululeko Mlaba in the global vote.
Bumrah’s memorable year on the international stage drew to a close with more outstanding efforts in Australia, taking 22 wickets in December’s three Tests at an average of 14.22.
As the home side grew in confidence, battling back from a 1-0 deficit to take the lead in the series, the seamer spearheaded India’s resistance, first starring in Adelaide with four for 61.
Onward to Brisbane and Bumrah blitzed the Australian batting lineup in the first innings, recording six for 76 in a fearsome spell in the first innings and three for 18 in the second.
Another nine-wicket return in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne included a spell of five for 57 in the second innings, upon which the 31-year-old set a new record for the highest rating points tally by any Indian bowler in history.
Bumrah will be hoping for continued success in the coming weeks, where he is nominated for two of the top awards in the ICC Awards 2024 – the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award and the coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month, Jasprit Bumrah, said: “I am thrilled to be named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for December. It is always humbling to be chosen for individual accolades, and it is always nice to be recognized for your efforts.
“The Border-Gavaskar Trophy was one of the most closely fought contests ever, and it was an honour for me to go out there and perform for my country.”
ICC Women’s Player of the Month, Sutherland capped a landmark year with bat and ball with a starring role in Australia’s recent wins over India and New Zealand, notching 269 runs at 67.25 and nine wickets in her five outings.
December began with four for 39 with the ball in a commanding victory over India in the second ODI in Brisbane, before she followed up in explosive fashion with the bat – striking 110 in 98 balls in the final match to claim the Player of the Series prize.
The subsequent series against New Zealand across the Tasman Sea saw another display of batting prowess, and the 23-year-old hit a statement 105 runs in just 81 balls en route to opening victory by 65 runs (DLS).
The second matchup saw her hit another 42 runs and take three wickets, as Australia claimed back-to-back ODI series sweeps and Sutherland a second successive Player of the Series accolade.
The all-rounder is another in contention for ICC Awards 2024 success, and is nominated in both ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year category and the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month, Annabel Sutherland: “December was a great month for us and it was nice to be able to contribute to the team's success.
"We've got great depth within the squad so to be able make the most of the opportunities to spend some time out in the middle was really pleasing.
"Those ODIs were really important for us ahead of the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup, and it was great to be able to win both series against India and New Zealand."
India’s Jasprit Bumrah wins ICC Men’s Player of the Month after commanding bowling displays in Border-Gavaskar Trophy duels
Australia’s Annabel Sutherland caps a fine year with ICC Women’s Player of the Month award following starring role in ODI victories over India and New Zealand
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has today announced the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for December 2024 as India’s Jasprit Bumrah and Australia’s Annabel Sutherland.
Top-ranked Test bowler Bumrah provided stern resistance to Australia’s resurgence in a compelling Border-Gavaskar Trophy series with destructive bowling spells, while Sutherland was in sparkling form during Australia’s ODI encounters against India and New Zealand, twice winning Player of the Series accolades for her all-round contributions.
Both players were crowned following a vote conducted among global fans registered at icc-cricket.com and a specialist panel comprising ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and media representatives.
Bumrah clinches his second ICC Men’s Player of the Month crown from fellow nominees, World Test Championship wicket-takers Pat Cummins and Dane Paterson.
Sutherland also wins her second ICC Women’s Player of the Month prize, overcoming Smriti Mandhana and Nonkululeko Mlaba in the global vote.
Bumrah’s memorable year on the international stage drew to a close with more outstanding efforts in Australia, taking 22 wickets in December’s three Tests at an average of 14.22.
As the home side grew in confidence, battling back from a 1-0 deficit to take the lead in the series, the seamer spearheaded India’s resistance, first starring in Adelaide with four for 61.
Onward to Brisbane and Bumrah blitzed the Australian batting lineup in the first innings, recording six for 76 in a fearsome spell in the first innings and three for 18 in the second.
Another nine-wicket return in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne included a spell of five for 57 in the second innings, upon which the 31-year-old set a new record for the highest rating points tally by any Indian bowler in history.
Bumrah will be hoping for continued success in the coming weeks, where he is nominated for two of the top awards in the ICC Awards 2024 – the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award and the coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month, Jasprit Bumrah, said: “I am thrilled to be named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for December. It is always humbling to be chosen for individual accolades, and it is always nice to be recognized for your efforts.
“The Border-Gavaskar Trophy was one of the most closely fought contests ever, and it was an honour for me to go out there and perform for my country.”
ICC Women’s Player of the Month, Sutherland capped a landmark year with bat and ball with a starring role in Australia’s recent wins over India and New Zealand, notching 269 runs at 67.25 and nine wickets in her five outings.
December began with four for 39 with the ball in a commanding victory over India in the second ODI in Brisbane, before she followed up in explosive fashion with the bat – striking 110 in 98 balls in the final match to claim the Player of the Series prize.
The subsequent series against New Zealand across the Tasman Sea saw another display of batting prowess, and the 23-year-old hit a statement 105 runs in just 81 balls en route to opening victory by 65 runs (DLS).
The second matchup saw her hit another 42 runs and take three wickets, as Australia claimed back-to-back ODI series sweeps and Sutherland a second successive Player of the Series accolade.
The all-rounder is another in contention for ICC Awards 2024 success, and is nominated in both ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year category and the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month, Annabel Sutherland: “December was a great month for us and it was nice to be able to contribute to the team's success.
"We've got great depth within the squad so to be able make the most of the opportunities to spend some time out in the middle was really pleasing.
"Those ODIs were really important for us ahead of the upcoming Women’s Cricket World Cup, and it was great to be able to win both series against India and New Zealand."
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for January 2025 announced
Three spinners with stellar displays will compete for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for January 2025.
Jomel Warrican (West Indies)
Jomel Warrican delivered a career-best performance in Pakistan, which helped West Indies to a series draw against the Asian side.
On the spin-friendly pitches of Multan, Warrican caused significant trouble for the hosts.
In the first Test, he claimed career-best bowling figures of 10/101 and scored an unbeaten 31*, though West Indies fell to a 127-run defeat.
Undeterred, Warrican bounced back in the second Test, taking four wickets in the first innings and following up with a five-wicket haul in the second, bringing his match figures to an impressive 9/70.
In addition to his wickets, he contributed 54 runs as West Indies secured a victory in the second Test, ensuring the series ended in a draw.
In total, Warrican scored 85 runs at an average of 42.50 and claimed nine wickets at an exceptional average of nine, earning him the Player of the Series award.
Noman Ali (Pakistan)
Noman Ali continued his outstanding form for Pakistan, serving as their main strike bowler against the West Indies.
In the first Test, he claimed six wickets, conceding 81 runs. However, it was in the second Test that he truly showcased his skill.
Noman took six wickets in the first innings of the second Test, which included a historic hat-trick, making him the first Pakistan spinner to achieve a Test hat-trick.
He followed it up with another impressive performance, taking four wickets in the second innings to finish with match figures of 10/121.
In total, Noman took 16 wickets at an average of 12.62 and scored 15 runs in January.
Varun Chakravarthy (India)
Varun Chakravarthy continued his brilliant form since returning to India colors in October 2024, featuring in four T20Is against England at home in January.
His bowling was lethal from the start, with English batters struggling to read his spin.
In the first match at Eden Gardens, Chakravarthy impressed with figures of 3/23, earning him the Player of the Match award.
In Chennai, he conceded 38 runs but claimed the crucial wickets of Harry Brook and Jamie Overton.
It was in Rajkot, during the third T20I, where he truly showcased his class, spinning through the English batters to take five wickets for just 24 runs. He added another two wickets in the fourth T20I in Pune.
In total, Varun Chakravarthy took 12 wickets at an average of 9.41 and an exceptional economy rate of 7.01.
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Three spinners with stellar displays will compete for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for January 2025.
Jomel Warrican (West Indies)
Jomel Warrican delivered a career-best performance in Pakistan, which helped West Indies to a series draw against the Asian side.
On the spin-friendly pitches of Multan, Warrican caused significant trouble for the hosts.
In the first Test, he claimed career-best bowling figures of 10/101 and scored an unbeaten 31*, though West Indies fell to a 127-run defeat.
Undeterred, Warrican bounced back in the second Test, taking four wickets in the first innings and following up with a five-wicket haul in the second, bringing his match figures to an impressive 9/70.
In addition to his wickets, he contributed 54 runs as West Indies secured a victory in the second Test, ensuring the series ended in a draw.
In total, Warrican scored 85 runs at an average of 42.50 and claimed nine wickets at an exceptional average of nine, earning him the Player of the Series award.
Noman Ali (Pakistan)
Noman Ali continued his outstanding form for Pakistan, serving as their main strike bowler against the West Indies.
In the first Test, he claimed six wickets, conceding 81 runs. However, it was in the second Test that he truly showcased his skill.
Noman took six wickets in the first innings of the second Test, which included a historic hat-trick, making him the first Pakistan spinner to achieve a Test hat-trick.
He followed it up with another impressive performance, taking four wickets in the second innings to finish with match figures of 10/121.
In total, Noman took 16 wickets at an average of 12.62 and scored 15 runs in January.
Varun Chakravarthy (India)
Varun Chakravarthy continued his brilliant form since returning to India colors in October 2024, featuring in four T20Is against England at home in January.
His bowling was lethal from the start, with English batters struggling to read his spin.
In the first match at Eden Gardens, Chakravarthy impressed with figures of 3/23, earning him the Player of the Match award.
In Chennai, he conceded 38 runs but claimed the crucial wickets of Harry Brook and Jamie Overton.
It was in Rajkot, during the third T20I, where he truly showcased his class, spinning through the English batters to take five wickets for just 24 runs. He added another two wickets in the fourth T20I in Pune.
In total, Varun Chakravarthy took 12 wickets at an average of 9.41 and an exceptional economy rate of 7.01.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for January 2025 announced
Three spinners with stellar displays will compete for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for January 2025.
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month for January 2025 revealed
West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican becomes the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for January 2025.
Warrican won the accolade on the back of a splendid run in Pakistan, during which he secured his career-best figures while also leading West Indies to their first-ever Test win in the Asian country in 35 years.
“It’s an honour to win this award," Warrican said.
"One of my goals for this year was my first five-for in Test cricket, but I did not think that it would be this grand!
“I see this as one small step in my cricketing career, and I look forward to many more. I promised my captain something special in this series, especially when my father, my biggest supporter, predicted a phenomenal performance for me.
“Multan has a special place in my heart: not only because of the historic win for the West Indies, beating Pakistan away from home, but also by earning this prestigious award.”
On the turning tracks of Pakistan, Warrican caused significant trouble for the hosts with his guile.
In the first Test in Multan, he claimed career-best bowling figures of 10/101 and scored an unbeaten 31*.
However, Pakistan led by Sajid Khan’s 9/115 got the better of West Indies batters and won the game by 127 runs.
Undeterred, Warrican bounced back in the second Test at the same venue. He first contributed with the willow, scoring a feisty 36 at No.11, guiding West Indies from 95/9 to 163. Then he struck with the ball, taking four wickets in the first innings, giving his side a slender advantage.
Given a promotion in the second innings, he got to the double figures yet again with an 18. However, it was his follow up act in the final innings of the game that sealed the win. His 5/27 ran through Pakistan, and handed the tourists a 120-run win.
In total, Warrican scored 85 runs at an average of 42.50 (the best for West Indies) and claimed 19 wickets at an exceptional average of nine, earning him the Player of the Series award.
This was the first-ever occasion that the 32-year-old had won the honour, while just the third such time for a West Indies player. The previous two players, Shamar Joseph and Gudakesh Motie, received the award in 2024.
SOURCE: https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournam...player-of-the-month-for-january-2025-revealed
West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican becomes the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for January 2025.
Warrican won the accolade on the back of a splendid run in Pakistan, during which he secured his career-best figures while also leading West Indies to their first-ever Test win in the Asian country in 35 years.
“It’s an honour to win this award," Warrican said.
"One of my goals for this year was my first five-for in Test cricket, but I did not think that it would be this grand!
“I see this as one small step in my cricketing career, and I look forward to many more. I promised my captain something special in this series, especially when my father, my biggest supporter, predicted a phenomenal performance for me.
“Multan has a special place in my heart: not only because of the historic win for the West Indies, beating Pakistan away from home, but also by earning this prestigious award.”
On the turning tracks of Pakistan, Warrican caused significant trouble for the hosts with his guile.
In the first Test in Multan, he claimed career-best bowling figures of 10/101 and scored an unbeaten 31*.
However, Pakistan led by Sajid Khan’s 9/115 got the better of West Indies batters and won the game by 127 runs.
Undeterred, Warrican bounced back in the second Test at the same venue. He first contributed with the willow, scoring a feisty 36 at No.11, guiding West Indies from 95/9 to 163. Then he struck with the ball, taking four wickets in the first innings, giving his side a slender advantage.
Given a promotion in the second innings, he got to the double figures yet again with an 18. However, it was his follow up act in the final innings of the game that sealed the win. His 5/27 ran through Pakistan, and handed the tourists a 120-run win.
In total, Warrican scored 85 runs at an average of 42.50 (the best for West Indies) and claimed 19 wickets at an exceptional average of nine, earning him the Player of the Series award.
This was the first-ever occasion that the 32-year-old had won the honour, while just the third such time for a West Indies player. The previous two players, Shamar Joseph and Gudakesh Motie, received the award in 2024.
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month nominees for February 2025 revealed
Three batters with different scoring methods were among the runs for their countries over the course of the month.
Steve Smith (Australia)
The experienced Australian batter shone during the Test series against Sri Lanka, scoring 141 and 131 in the two matches his side played there, with a strike-rate of 136.00. He was named Player of the Series in recognition of those efforts.
In the one-day series, he scored 12 and 29, and then going into the ICC Champions Trophy - which will be his last international tournament in the format - he got five against England and then 19 not out against Afghanistan.
Shubman Gill (India)
In his five one-day internationals over the course of the month, Gill compiled 406 runs, averaging 101.50 at a strike-rate of 94.19.
That includes three great innings against England in their three-match series - 87 in Nagpur, 60 in Cuttack, and 112 in Ahmedabad.
He was Player of the Series as India defeated England 3-0, and went into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on a high.
It was no surprise that his first knock in the tournament was an unbeaten 101 against Bangladesh, followed by a valuable 46 against Pakistan.
Glenn Phillips (New Zealand)
Always brilliant in the field, Phillips weighed in with the bat over the month for the Black Caps. In five one-day internationals, he scored 236 runs at a strike-rate of 124.21.
His contributions - and three unbeaten knocks - helped New Zealand win the tri-series in Pakistan. They comprised 106 against Pakistan in Lahore, 28 against South Africa at the same venue, and then 20 against Pakistan in Karachi in the final.
He carried that momentum into the Champions Trophy, beginning with 61 against hosts Pakistan in Karachi, and then another unbeaten innings of 21 against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
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Three batters with different scoring methods were among the runs for their countries over the course of the month.
Steve Smith (Australia)
The experienced Australian batter shone during the Test series against Sri Lanka, scoring 141 and 131 in the two matches his side played there, with a strike-rate of 136.00. He was named Player of the Series in recognition of those efforts.
In the one-day series, he scored 12 and 29, and then going into the ICC Champions Trophy - which will be his last international tournament in the format - he got five against England and then 19 not out against Afghanistan.
Shubman Gill (India)
In his five one-day internationals over the course of the month, Gill compiled 406 runs, averaging 101.50 at a strike-rate of 94.19.
That includes three great innings against England in their three-match series - 87 in Nagpur, 60 in Cuttack, and 112 in Ahmedabad.
He was Player of the Series as India defeated England 3-0, and went into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on a high.
It was no surprise that his first knock in the tournament was an unbeaten 101 against Bangladesh, followed by a valuable 46 against Pakistan.
Glenn Phillips (New Zealand)
Always brilliant in the field, Phillips weighed in with the bat over the month for the Black Caps. In five one-day internationals, he scored 236 runs at a strike-rate of 124.21.
His contributions - and three unbeaten knocks - helped New Zealand win the tri-series in Pakistan. They comprised 106 against Pakistan in Lahore, 28 against South Africa at the same venue, and then 20 against Pakistan in Karachi in the final.
He carried that momentum into the Champions Trophy, beginning with 61 against hosts Pakistan in Karachi, and then another unbeaten innings of 21 against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.
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He is the real player of the month for his deadly 64 off 90??
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This player of the month award makes no sense because not all teams play every month.
I think player of the year makes more sense.
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month winner for February 2025 named
India’s star batter Shubman Gill is the winner of the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025.
The India top-order star took home the award, beating competition from Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips.
In his five one-day internationals over the course of the month, Gill compiled 406 runs, averaging 101.50 at a strike rate of 94.19.
This included a stellar outing in the 3-0 series win over England, wherein Gill registered three consecutive scores of over fifty.
He began with a confident 87 in Nagpur and followed it up with a 60 in Cuttack. He finished in a grand style, smashing a hundred in Ahmedabad. His 112 came from merely 102 balls and included 14 fours and three sixes.
Gill was awarded the Player of the Match for this innings, and also took home the Player of the Series award.
Continuing his golden run into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Gill hit an unbeaten 101 to lead India’s chase in their tournament opener against Bangladesh in Dubai. He followed it up with a resolute 46 against Pakistan.
India won both of their opening encounters in the Champions Trophy on the back of these knocks.
This is the third ICC Men’s Player of the Month honour for Gill, who had previously won twice in 2023 - January and September.
Gill was a part of the Indian side that took home the Champions Trophy last week.
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India’s star batter Shubman Gill is the winner of the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025.
The India top-order star took home the award, beating competition from Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips.
In his five one-day internationals over the course of the month, Gill compiled 406 runs, averaging 101.50 at a strike rate of 94.19.
This included a stellar outing in the 3-0 series win over England, wherein Gill registered three consecutive scores of over fifty.
He began with a confident 87 in Nagpur and followed it up with a 60 in Cuttack. He finished in a grand style, smashing a hundred in Ahmedabad. His 112 came from merely 102 balls and included 14 fours and three sixes.
Gill was awarded the Player of the Match for this innings, and also took home the Player of the Series award.
Continuing his golden run into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Gill hit an unbeaten 101 to lead India’s chase in their tournament opener against Bangladesh in Dubai. He followed it up with a resolute 46 against Pakistan.
India won both of their opening encounters in the Champions Trophy on the back of these knocks.
This is the third ICC Men’s Player of the Month honour for Gill, who had previously won twice in 2023 - January and September.
Gill was a part of the Indian side that took home the Champions Trophy last week.
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ICC announces March Player of the Month shortlists
India’s leading Champions Trophy runscorer joins Blackcaps duo on shortlist for ICC Men’s Player of the Month
Youngsters dominate the shortlisted candidates for ICC Women’s Player of the Month
More about the ICC Player of the Month awards is available here
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the latest players in contention to win the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards following a blockbuster month of action in March.
Two stars of New Zealand’s busy month feature on the ICC Men’s Player of the Month shortlist alongside a key figure in India’s trophy-winning campaign at the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.
Shreyas Iyer was in formidable form in the latter stages of India’s run to a record-breaking third ICC Men’s Champions Trophy, and seeks to win his first ICC Men’s Player of the Month award since February 2022 as a result. On the opposing side in a memorable final was New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra, also nominated after another stellar ICC event where he was crowned the Player of the Tournament. Completing the lineup is his compatriot Jacob Duffy, the pacer earning a place atop the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings following a fruitful series in the victory over Pakistan.
The ICC Women’s Player of the Month shortlist is dominated by some of the most exciting young talent in international cricket, with an Australian batter/all-rounder combination and a prolific wicket-taker from the USA honoured.
The USA earned a spot in the next stage of qualification for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 and one of the architects of their success at the Americas Qualifier, Chetnaa Prasad, aims to become the first American to win the coveted accolade after important wickets in their campaign. Elsewhere in the running for the award are Georgia Voll and Annabel Sutherland, both of whom starring with bat and ball in Australia’s impressive T20I series success in New Zealand last month.
An independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world will now be invited to cast their votes to decide the winners, which will be announced next week. Fans are now able to vote for their favourite performers at icc-cricket.com/awards.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for March:
Jacob Duffy (NZ)
With a spot at the summit of the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings to his name, Duffy was rewarded for a brilliant March which saw him take 13 wickets at an impressive average of just 8.38 in the five-match T20I series against Pakistan. Among a string of consistent returns, his standout performances came with four-wicket hauls in Christchurch (four for 14) and Mount Maunganui (four for 20), and sees him land his maiden nomination for the Player of the Month crown.
Shreyas Iyer (IND)
Notching 172 runs at an average of 57.33 in the final three matches of the competition, Shreyas was a shining light for India at the business end of their Champions Trophy-winning campaign. A match-winning 79 in the final group stage match against New Zealand preceded vital scores of 45 and 48 in the semi-final and final, providing sufficient support for India to successfully chase down challenging totals under the lights in Dubai and lift their third Champions Trophy.
Rachin Ravindra (NZ)
The Blackcaps talismanic batter seeks to win his second Player of the Month award after inspiring the Champions Trophy finalists with stirring performances with bat and ball during March’s contests. With 151 runs and three wickets to his name only telling part of the story, the Player of the Tournament registered a memorable 108 in the semi-final win over South Africa in Lahore before his economical bowling and dazzling fielding in the blockbuster finale in Dubai almost turned the tables in New Zealand’s favour.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month Nominees for March:
Chetnaa Prasad (USA)
The 19-year-old was a driving force as the USA stormed to Americas Qualifier success in March, first by taking four wickets against Brazil and more importantly, recording her best international figures of four for 5 and winning the Player of the Match prize as they overcame Canada in the winner-takes-all matchup on the final day in Buenos Aires.
Annabel Sutherland (AUS)
The two-time ICC Women’s Player of the Month has enjoyed an extended period of excellence in recent times, and while her previous wins came thanks to her batting brilliance, in March it was her bowling prowess that stole the headlines. Climbing to a career best rating of 736 in the Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings in the process, the 23-year-old lit up the series against New Zealand with four wickets for 8 runs in the second match and four for 35 in the third and final encounter to secure the series sweep over their rivals.
Georgia Voll (AUS)
Having made her international debut less than six months ago, Voll is already making a name for herself, and in March the 21-year-old struck two brisk half-centuries in Australia’s 3-0 T20I series win over New Zealand. Chasing down 138 for victory in double quick time in the Auckland opener, Voll smashed her maiden fifty in T20Is in just 30 balls at the top of the order. 36 More runs followed in Mount Maunganui before she hit 75 in 57 balls in the third and final match, helping Australia seal the whitewash with an eight-run win in Wellington.
India’s leading Champions Trophy runscorer joins Blackcaps duo on shortlist for ICC Men’s Player of the Month
Youngsters dominate the shortlisted candidates for ICC Women’s Player of the Month
More about the ICC Player of the Month awards is available here
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the latest players in contention to win the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards following a blockbuster month of action in March.
Two stars of New Zealand’s busy month feature on the ICC Men’s Player of the Month shortlist alongside a key figure in India’s trophy-winning campaign at the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.
Shreyas Iyer was in formidable form in the latter stages of India’s run to a record-breaking third ICC Men’s Champions Trophy, and seeks to win his first ICC Men’s Player of the Month award since February 2022 as a result. On the opposing side in a memorable final was New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra, also nominated after another stellar ICC event where he was crowned the Player of the Tournament. Completing the lineup is his compatriot Jacob Duffy, the pacer earning a place atop the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings following a fruitful series in the victory over Pakistan.
The ICC Women’s Player of the Month shortlist is dominated by some of the most exciting young talent in international cricket, with an Australian batter/all-rounder combination and a prolific wicket-taker from the USA honoured.
The USA earned a spot in the next stage of qualification for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 and one of the architects of their success at the Americas Qualifier, Chetnaa Prasad, aims to become the first American to win the coveted accolade after important wickets in their campaign. Elsewhere in the running for the award are Georgia Voll and Annabel Sutherland, both of whom starring with bat and ball in Australia’s impressive T20I series success in New Zealand last month.
An independent ICC Voting Academy* and fans around the world will now be invited to cast their votes to decide the winners, which will be announced next week. Fans are now able to vote for their favourite performers at icc-cricket.com/awards.
ICC Men’s Player of the Month Nominees for March:
Jacob Duffy (NZ)
With a spot at the summit of the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings to his name, Duffy was rewarded for a brilliant March which saw him take 13 wickets at an impressive average of just 8.38 in the five-match T20I series against Pakistan. Among a string of consistent returns, his standout performances came with four-wicket hauls in Christchurch (four for 14) and Mount Maunganui (four for 20), and sees him land his maiden nomination for the Player of the Month crown.
Shreyas Iyer (IND)
Notching 172 runs at an average of 57.33 in the final three matches of the competition, Shreyas was a shining light for India at the business end of their Champions Trophy-winning campaign. A match-winning 79 in the final group stage match against New Zealand preceded vital scores of 45 and 48 in the semi-final and final, providing sufficient support for India to successfully chase down challenging totals under the lights in Dubai and lift their third Champions Trophy.
Rachin Ravindra (NZ)
The Blackcaps talismanic batter seeks to win his second Player of the Month award after inspiring the Champions Trophy finalists with stirring performances with bat and ball during March’s contests. With 151 runs and three wickets to his name only telling part of the story, the Player of the Tournament registered a memorable 108 in the semi-final win over South Africa in Lahore before his economical bowling and dazzling fielding in the blockbuster finale in Dubai almost turned the tables in New Zealand’s favour.
ICC Women’s Player of the Month Nominees for March:
Chetnaa Prasad (USA)
The 19-year-old was a driving force as the USA stormed to Americas Qualifier success in March, first by taking four wickets against Brazil and more importantly, recording her best international figures of four for 5 and winning the Player of the Match prize as they overcame Canada in the winner-takes-all matchup on the final day in Buenos Aires.
Annabel Sutherland (AUS)
The two-time ICC Women’s Player of the Month has enjoyed an extended period of excellence in recent times, and while her previous wins came thanks to her batting brilliance, in March it was her bowling prowess that stole the headlines. Climbing to a career best rating of 736 in the Women’s T20I Bowling Rankings in the process, the 23-year-old lit up the series against New Zealand with four wickets for 8 runs in the second match and four for 35 in the third and final encounter to secure the series sweep over their rivals.
Georgia Voll (AUS)
Having made her international debut less than six months ago, Voll is already making a name for herself, and in March the 21-year-old struck two brisk half-centuries in Australia’s 3-0 T20I series win over New Zealand. Chasing down 138 for victory in double quick time in the Auckland opener, Voll smashed her maiden fifty in T20Is in just 30 balls at the top of the order. 36 More runs followed in Mount Maunganui before she hit 75 in 57 balls in the third and final match, helping Australia seal the whitewash with an eight-run win in Wellington.
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2025 revealed
India’s stylish middle-order batter takes home the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March 2025.
Shreyas Iyer secured the honour of the ICC Men’s Player of the Month Award for March 2025, overcoming competition from New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra.
Iyer finished as the highest run-scorer with 243 runs, playing a crucial role in India's Champions Trophy triumph.
Iyer’s victory of this award means that India have won the award back-to-back, with Shubman Gill winning the award for February.
Iyer was a key factor in India’s 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, playing a key role in the middle-order.
He helped India progress through the middle overs with his masterful stroke-play and his knack for anchoring the innings and forging crucial partnerships played a vital role in steering his side through a victorious campaign.
On winning the accolade, Iyer said: "I’m truly honored to be named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March. This recognition is incredibly special, especially in a month where we lifted the ICC Champions Trophy — a moment I will cherish forever.
"Being able to contribute to India’s success on such a big stage is something every cricketer dreams of. I’m grateful to my teammates, coaches, and support staff for their unwavering support and belief.
"A heartfelt thank you to the fans as well — your energy and encouragement keep us going every step of the way."
The 30-year-old scored 172 runs across three matches in March, averaging 57.33, with a modest strike rate of 77.47, which included some spectacular knocks.
Iyer scored 79 off 98 balls which included 4 fours and 2 sixes in a win against New Zealand in a Group A fixture of the Champions Trophy, an innings that gave India a competitive total of 250 in the first innings on a tricky pitch.
He scored 45 off 62 balls to assist in India’s victorious chase over Australia in the semi-finals and finished his tournament with a clinical 48 off 62 balls as India sealed victory over New Zealand in the summit clash.
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India’s stylish middle-order batter takes home the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March 2025.
Shreyas Iyer secured the honour of the ICC Men’s Player of the Month Award for March 2025, overcoming competition from New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra.
Iyer finished as the highest run-scorer with 243 runs, playing a crucial role in India's Champions Trophy triumph.
Iyer’s victory of this award means that India have won the award back-to-back, with Shubman Gill winning the award for February.
Iyer was a key factor in India’s 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, playing a key role in the middle-order.
He helped India progress through the middle overs with his masterful stroke-play and his knack for anchoring the innings and forging crucial partnerships played a vital role in steering his side through a victorious campaign.
On winning the accolade, Iyer said: "I’m truly honored to be named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March. This recognition is incredibly special, especially in a month where we lifted the ICC Champions Trophy — a moment I will cherish forever.
"Being able to contribute to India’s success on such a big stage is something every cricketer dreams of. I’m grateful to my teammates, coaches, and support staff for their unwavering support and belief.
"A heartfelt thank you to the fans as well — your energy and encouragement keep us going every step of the way."
The 30-year-old scored 172 runs across three matches in March, averaging 57.33, with a modest strike rate of 77.47, which included some spectacular knocks.
Iyer scored 79 off 98 balls which included 4 fours and 2 sixes in a win against New Zealand in a Group A fixture of the Champions Trophy, an innings that gave India a competitive total of 250 in the first innings on a tricky pitch.
He scored 45 off 62 balls to assist in India’s victorious chase over Australia in the semi-finals and finished his tournament with a clinical 48 off 62 balls as India sealed victory over New Zealand in the summit clash.
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Well deserved. Shreyas was key in us winning CT.
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An award for softies. What is this garbage?
How about award for player of the week and player of the weekend as well?
How about award for player of the week and player of the weekend as well?
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I support this initiative as it will help associate players get some recognition at times. Doesn't mean much for Full member players.
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It is the most pointless cricket award of all time.
A yearly award is enough; no need for a monthly award.
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ICC Men’s Player of the Month nominees for April 2025 revealed
A fiery speedster from Zimbabwe, an established all-rounder from Bangladesh and a key Kiwi pacer make up the nominees for ICC Men’s Player of the Month for April 2025.
Blessing Muzarabani (Zimbabwe)
A towering pacer with a whip-like action, Muzarabani has been phenomenal for Zimbabwe in April 2025, most notably in the Test series against Bangladesh.
The 28-year-old was at his best in the first Test in Sylhet as he dominated the Bangladesh batting unit. He picked up figures of 3/50 in the first innings, which included the wicket of Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto.
Muzarabani went three better in the second innings as he ran through the Bangladesh batting lineup with figures of 6/72, as his performance guided Zimbabwe to a three-wicket win and helped him secure the Player of the Match award.
Muzarabani also finished as Zimbabwe’s top wicket-taker in the series with 10 wickets across two Tests at an average of 20.50.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)
A versatile all-rounder, Mehidy Hasan Miraz shone for Bangladesh in the Test series against Zimbabwe.
The 27-year-old was in form in both the Tests played. In the first Test at Sylhet, he was in good touch with the ball as he took back-to-back five-wicket hauls.
He picked up 5/52 in the first innings and 5/50 in the second innings to keep the hosts in the contest, even though Zimbabwe eventually overcame the onslaught to secure a three-wicket victory.
Player of the match Mehidy Hasan Miraz starred with bat and ball as Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan in their opening clash of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023
The second Test was one to remember for Miraz as he found his rhythm with both bat and ball.
After Zimbabwe had been bowled out for a modest total in the first innings, Miraz scored 104 off 162 balls in the first innings to anchor the Bangladesh batting effort and further it advantage. He followed it up with another five-wicket haul in Zimbabwe's second innings and recorded figures of 5/32 as Bangladesh tied the series with a win by an innings and 106 runs in Chattogram.
Mehidy finished April with 116 runs in two Tests at an average of 38.66 and 15 wickets at an average of 11.86 in a spectacular month for the all-rounder.
Ben Sears (New Zealand)
Ben Sears was in fine form in New Zealand’s ODI series against Pakistan.
The 27-year-old was on a rampage as he picked up back-to-back five-wicket hauls in the final two ODIs of the series.
In the second ODI of the series in Hamilton, Sears ran through the Pakistan middle order as he claimed the wickets of Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha in a fine bowling performance and finished with figures of 5/59, guiding the Kiwis to an 84-run victory and sealing the series.
In the final ODI in Mount Maunganui, he once again produced a sensational bowling performance as he picked another five-for with figures of 5/34 off his nine overs. New Zealand secured a 43-run victory and a clean sweep in the ODI series 3-0.
Sears was named Player of the Series as he collected 10 wickets at an average of 9.30 at an economy rate of 5.07 to cap off a fantastic April.
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A fiery speedster from Zimbabwe, an established all-rounder from Bangladesh and a key Kiwi pacer make up the nominees for ICC Men’s Player of the Month for April 2025.
Blessing Muzarabani (Zimbabwe)
A towering pacer with a whip-like action, Muzarabani has been phenomenal for Zimbabwe in April 2025, most notably in the Test series against Bangladesh.
The 28-year-old was at his best in the first Test in Sylhet as he dominated the Bangladesh batting unit. He picked up figures of 3/50 in the first innings, which included the wicket of Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto.
Muzarabani went three better in the second innings as he ran through the Bangladesh batting lineup with figures of 6/72, as his performance guided Zimbabwe to a three-wicket win and helped him secure the Player of the Match award.
Muzarabani also finished as Zimbabwe’s top wicket-taker in the series with 10 wickets across two Tests at an average of 20.50.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)
A versatile all-rounder, Mehidy Hasan Miraz shone for Bangladesh in the Test series against Zimbabwe.
The 27-year-old was in form in both the Tests played. In the first Test at Sylhet, he was in good touch with the ball as he took back-to-back five-wicket hauls.
He picked up 5/52 in the first innings and 5/50 in the second innings to keep the hosts in the contest, even though Zimbabwe eventually overcame the onslaught to secure a three-wicket victory.
Player of the match Mehidy Hasan Miraz starred with bat and ball as Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan in their opening clash of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023
The second Test was one to remember for Miraz as he found his rhythm with both bat and ball.
After Zimbabwe had been bowled out for a modest total in the first innings, Miraz scored 104 off 162 balls in the first innings to anchor the Bangladesh batting effort and further it advantage. He followed it up with another five-wicket haul in Zimbabwe's second innings and recorded figures of 5/32 as Bangladesh tied the series with a win by an innings and 106 runs in Chattogram.
Mehidy finished April with 116 runs in two Tests at an average of 38.66 and 15 wickets at an average of 11.86 in a spectacular month for the all-rounder.
Ben Sears (New Zealand)
Ben Sears was in fine form in New Zealand’s ODI series against Pakistan.
The 27-year-old was on a rampage as he picked up back-to-back five-wicket hauls in the final two ODIs of the series.
In the second ODI of the series in Hamilton, Sears ran through the Pakistan middle order as he claimed the wickets of Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha in a fine bowling performance and finished with figures of 5/59, guiding the Kiwis to an 84-run victory and sealing the series.
In the final ODI in Mount Maunganui, he once again produced a sensational bowling performance as he picked another five-for with figures of 5/34 off his nine overs. New Zealand secured a 43-run victory and a clean sweep in the ODI series 3-0.
Sears was named Player of the Series as he collected 10 wickets at an average of 9.30 at an economy rate of 5.07 to cap off a fantastic April.
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