Shreyas Iyer Nominated: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the nominees for the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards for March 2025. Some of the most prominent names include India’s Shreyas Iyer, who has been nominated for his outstanding performance in the Champions Trophy 2025, and two New Zealand stars – Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra.
Shreyas Iyer Shortlisted for ICC Player of the Month
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Shreyas Iyer was the star performer for India’s winning Champions Trophy 2025 season, the right-hander finishing as the team’s leading scorer. In the three decisive ODIs contested in March, the right-hander accumulated 172 runs at a stunning average of 57.33.
Highlights of Shreyas Iyer’s March 2025 Statistics:
– 79 runs against New Zealand (Group Stage)
– 45 runs vs Australia (Semi-Final)
– 48 runs vs New Zealand (Final)
His pressure game consistency played a crucial role in India’s journey, particularly in the knockouts. With these brilliant performances, it’s no wonder that Shreyas Iyer is nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award for March 2025.
New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra Also Among Nominees
Jacob Duffy’s Dominant T20I Series Against Pakistan
New Zealand medium pacer Jacob Duffy was incredible in March, leading New Zealand’s bowling line-up in their 4-1 T20I series triumph over Pakistan. He concluded the series as the leading wicket-taker, taking 13 wickets at a stellar average of 8.38 and economy of 6.17.
Key Performances:
– 4/14 in Christchurch
– 4/20 in Mount Maunganui
– 15 wickets in 6 games in March
Duffy’s efforts also earned him a place at the No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings.
Rachin Ravindra’s All-Round Performance in Champions Trophy 2025
Rachin Ravindra was another important performer for New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025, as he scored 151 runs in 3 ODIs at an average of 50.33, while also chipping in with the ball by taking 3 wickets.
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Highlights:
– 108 runs vs South Africa (Semi-Final)
– 164-run partnership with Kane Williamson
– Economy rate: 4.66
Though he did not take part in the white-ball series against Pakistan because of IPL 2025 engagements, Ravindra’s performances were sufficient to get him nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award.
Women’s Player of the Month Nominees: Two Australians and One USA Star
Chetnaa Prasad (USA)
19-year-old Chetnaa Prasad was the highlight of the Women’s T20 World Cup Americas Region Qualifier, taking 9 wickets in 3 matches at an average of 2.22. She provided two influential spells:
– 4/8 against Brazil
– 4/5 against Canada
Annabel Sutherland (Australia)
Having won the award before in December 2024, Annabel Sutherland maintained her run with 8 wickets in the last two T20Is against New Zealand. She also contributed a useful 23 off 15 balls in the second T20I.
Georgia Voll (Australia)
Top-order batter Georgia Voll was instrumental in Australia’s 3-0 T20I series sweep of New Zealand, being the second-highest run-getter with 161 runs.
– 50 (31 balls) in 1st T20I
– 36 (20 balls) in 2nd
– 75 (57 balls) – career-best in 3rd match
Shreyas Iyer Nominated Among Top Performers Globally
The ICC Player of the Month nominations for March 2025 reflect top-class performances from around the globe of cricket. With Shreyas Iyer nominated for his instrumental role in India’s Champions Trophy victory, and New Zealand duo Duffy and Ravindra breaking through on the international scene, the competition is intense.
In the women’s category, Chetnaa Prasad’s arrival, along with ongoing dominance by Sutherland and Voll, makes for an impressive list of nominees.
Cricket commentators and fans alike now anxiously wait to see the announcement of the last winners, everyone focusing on Shreyas Iyer’s quest to take the ICC Player of the Month award.
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