- By Manik Sharma
- Tue, 07 Nov 2023 02:35 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
ICC released the nominations for Men's and Women’s Player of the Month Award for October 2023. The award is given to the player who has left an indelible mark on the cricket pitch in the last one month. The nominations have players featuring in the Cricket World Cup 2023.
ICC has nominated Quinton de Kock, Rachin Ravindra and the only bowler in the list Jasprit Bumrah for the award. The winner is declared after cricket enthusiasts worldwide pick the most deserving recipient of the prestigious honour after voting online.
Brief Look At Nominations:
Quinton de Kock - The South African Sensation
Quinton de Kock, the attacking left-hander from South Africa, stands out as one of the most prolific run-scorers in the World Cup, amassing a remarkable total of 431 runs. De Kock's stunning form was highlighted by his three centuries in the month, and four in total in the current edition of the ODI World Cup. He kick-started his World Cup campaign with consecutive centuries against Sri Lanka and Australia. de Kock went on to craft a magnificent 174 against Bangladesh in Mumbai. Not limited to his batting prowess, de Kock also showcased his skills behind the stumps, taking 10 catches and executing one stumping during the month. His all-round contributions make him a top contender for the Player of the Month award.
Rachin Ravindra - New Zealand's Rising Star
Rachin Ravindra, the 23-years old from New Zealand, has been a revelation in his first-ever Cricket World Cup 2023. Ravindra accumulated a total of 406 runs at an impressive average of 81.20 in October. He made an unbeaten 123 against England in the tournament opener and followed up this masterclass with yet another century, scoring 116 against Australia. He also made a mark with the ball, claiming three crucial wickets in the month with his slow left-arm spin. His exceptional all-round display has earned him a nomination for the Player of the Month accolade.
Jasprit Bumrah - India's Bowling Maestro
Jasprit Bumrah, the spearhead of India's pace attack, made a remarkable return from injury to be among the top performers in October. Bumrah picked up a total of 14 wickets for his side with an economy rate of 3.91 runs per over. One of his standout moments came when he claimed a splendid 4-39 against Afghanistan early in the month. Bumrah continued to impress with the ball, securing a 3-32 haul against England at the end of October. His contributions have been instrumental in India's unbeaten run at the World Cup, and he is a strong contender for the Player of the Month honour.
ICC Women's Player Of Month Nominations:
Hayley Matthews, Nahida Akter, and Amelia Kerr have been nominated for the Women's Player of the Month award. They have showcased outstanding performances, with Matthews leading the West Indies with her batting excellence, Akter making her mark with her left-arm spin for Bangladesh, and Kerr excelling as an all-rounder for New Zealand.