Dubai [UAE], April 8 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced its nominees for the Men’s Player of the Month for March 2025, with India’s Shreyas Iyer joining New Zealanders Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra on the prestigious shortlist.
🇮🇳 Shreyas Iyer – India’s Anchoring Ace
Shreyas Iyer was instrumental in India’s triumphant ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, emerging as the team’s highest run-getter. In five matches, Iyer tallied 243 runs at an average of 48.60, including two half-centuries.
- Top Performances:
- 79 vs New Zealand (Group Stage)
- 45 vs Australia (Semi-final)
- 48 vs New Zealand (Final)
His ability to control the middle overs and forge crucial partnerships was vital in India’s unbeaten run, helping them clinch the Champions Trophy for the first time since 2013.
🇳🇿 Jacob Duffy – Black Caps’ Strike Weapon
New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy lit up March with a devastating spell of fast bowling during the five-match T20I series against Pakistan, claiming 13 wickets at an astonishing average of 8.38.
- Best Bowling Figures:
- 4/14 in Christchurch (1st T20I)
- 4/20 in Mount Maunganui (4th T20I)
Duffy also contributed with two wickets in the opening ODI against Pakistan. His spectacular form saw him rise to No. 1 in the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings, capping off a month with 15 wickets in just six matches.
🇳🇿 Rachin Ravindra – All-Round Maestro
The versatile Rachin Ravindra was a standout performer in the Champions Trophy, earning the Golden Bat and Player of the Tournament titles. In March alone, he scored 151 runs at 50.33 with a strike rate of 106.33, and claimed three wickets.
- Tournament Highlight:
- 108 vs South Africa (Semi-final) – part of a 164-run partnership with Kane Williamson
Ravindra’s dual-threat capabilities made a huge impact, both with the bat in pressure situations and with economical bowling throughout the tournament.
🏆 Voting for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month is now open, with all three nominees having made a strong case through consistent brilliance on the field. Fans can cast their vote on the ICC’s official platform.
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