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Int'l Cricket Council
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Int'l Cricket Council
Shortlist for ICC Women's Player of the Month for May 2025 unveiled
The West Indies skipper picked up from where she had left last month at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Pakistan. Leading the white-ball side on the tour of England, Matthews emerged as the leading performer in the three-match T20I series. The swashbuckling batter scored 177 runs at a hefty strike rate of 137.20, averaging 88.50. The 27-year-old also claimed three wickets and was named the Player of the Series. Following it up in the first of the three ODIs against England, Matthews was also at her all-round best - picking up two wickets and 48 runs in the fixture. Hayley Matthews' magic with the bat | WCWCQ 2025 The South Africa all-rounder led their efforts in the ODI tri-series against India and Sri Lanka. Tyron compiled 176 runs from three ODIs across the month, averaging 58.66, while also nabbing six wickets at an economy of just 5. The 31-year-old all-rounder was particularly impressive in South Africa's final outing of the tri-series against hosts Sri Lanka. With the Proteas batting first, Tyron's 74 helped her side past the 300-run mark to a staggering total. With the ball, the left-arm orthodox spinner then went on to seize her first-ever ODI five-wicket haul - finishing with figures of 5/34. The Indian batting maestro was on song during India's triumphant tri-series in Sri Lanka. Rodrigues amassed 204 runs from the final three fixtures, including the summit clash against Sri Lanka, to help India to a statement win with the Women's Cricket World Cup at home on the horizon. The elegant right-handed batter produced a remarkable performance against South Africa in the run to the final. Having scored her maiden ODI ton earlier this year, Rodrigues went on to score her second in the format, stitching together 123 runs off 101 deliveries, which included 15 fours and a six. In the final against Sri Lanka, Rodrigues produced a crucial knock off 44 to help India to a commanding total, and eventually a 97-run win.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Kathryn Bryce crowned ICC Women's Player of the Month for April 2025
Kathryn Bryce (Photo by) NEW DELHI: Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce has been named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for April 2025, following a stellar run at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Pakistan. The 27-year-old all-rounder delivered consistently outstanding performances, leading from the front with both bat and ball to guide Scotland to an impressive showing in the tournament. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Bryce edged out strong competition from fellow captains Hayley Matthews of the West Indies and Pakistan's Fatima Sana to clinch the award. Her commanding presence throughout the qualifiers earned her the title of Player of the Tournament as well. 'It's a real honour to win this award," Bryce said. "Knowing that it's being voted for by the global cricket community makes it that extra bit special; even just to be nominated alongside two players of the stature of Fatima Sana and Hayley Matthews, who both had fantastic tournaments themselves, was amazing." With 293 runs in just five matches at an average of 73.25, Bryce finished as the tournament's leading run-scorer. She registered a century and two half-centuries, underlining her reliability at the top. Her most memorable knock came against Ireland—an unbeaten 131 off 137 balls, the highest individual score of the tournament, showcasing her poise under pressure. But Bryce's impact wasn't limited to the bat. With the ball, she claimed six crucial wickets, often breaking partnerships at pivotal moments. Her all-round prowess helped Scotland secure notable wins, including a stunning upset over West Indies in their opening game.
Int'l Cricket Council
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Mehidy and Bryce named ICC Players of the Month for April
Mehidy and Bryce named ICC Players of the Month for April Mehidy Hasan Miraz of Bangladesh wins the ICC Men's Player of the Month award after sound all-round performances in home Test series against Zimbabwe Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce is the ICC Women's Player of the Month after standout efforts in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier More about the ICC Player of the Month awards is available here . Bangladesh all-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce have been named as the ICC Men's and Women's Players of the Month for April 2025. Mehidy becomes only the third player from Bangladesh to win the men's monthly award and the first in over two years. Shakib Al Hasan was the last Bangladesh player to win the award, in March 2023, while Mushfiqur is the other one to have won it. Superb performances with both bat and ball in a two-Test home series against Zimbabwe helped him win the award, his purple patch also helping grab the number two spot among all-rounders in the ICC Men's Test Player Rankings for the first time in his career. The 27-year-old was named Player of the Series after finishing with 15 wickets that comprised three five-wicket hauls and knocking up his second Test century (104) in the second match in Chattogram that Bangladesh won by an innings and 106 runs to draw the series 1-1. Mehidy, who was also named Player of the Match in Chattogram, pipped Zimbabwe player Blessing Muzarabani and New Zealand's Ben Sears to clinch the award. Mehidy Hasan Miraz said: "It's an incredible honor to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month award. The ICC Awards are the ultimate recognition for any cricketer, and to receive this from a global vote means a lot to me. Moments like these remind me of my journey — being named Player of the Tournament in the 2016 ICC Under 19 World Cup was a massive encouragement early in my career, and this award feels just as special. "I am truly delighted. This award will be a big source of inspiration for me to keep giving my best and contributing to Bangladesh's success on the world stage. As cricketers, we dream of making an impact and bringing joy to our fans. Recognition like this from the ICC motivates me to keep pushing harder and performing consistently for my country. I want to thank my teammates, coaches, and the fans — this award belongs to all of them too." For Bryce, her outstanding run at the Qualifier was not enough for her team to make it to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 to be hosted by India, but did get her the Player of the Series award. The 27-year-old amassed 293 runs in five matches at an average of 73.25 which included a match-winning 131 not out against Ireland. She also had scores of 91 against hosts Pakistan and 60 against Thailand. Bryce also grabbed six wickets in the tournament and was a comfortable winner of the award ahead of the West Indies captain Hayley Matthews and Pakistan captain Fatima Sana, who were also shortlisted based on their performances in the Qualifier. Kathryn Bryce said: 'It's a real honour to win this award. Knowing that it's being voted for by the global cricket community makes it that extra bit special; even just to be nominated alongside two players of the stature of Fatima Sana and Hayley Matthews, who both had fantastic tournaments themselves, was amazing. 'The World Cup Qualifier was a fantastic competition for our Scotland team. The way that we played our cricket and developed and grew in a format that we've not played a huge amount of together was great to see, and it was terrific to have a lot of different players standing up and taking charge of the game at various moments. 'Across the board during the entire tournament in Pakistan, the standard of cricket was brilliant, and all the games were really close. It was a wonderful tournament to be a part of and hopefully, we'll have more opportunities to build on the momentum we created there.' Both players were crowned following a vote conducted among global fans registered at and a specialist panel comprising ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and media representatives. Fans can continue to vote every month for their favourite cricketers across all formats of international cricket in the ICC Player of the Month awards by registering at The media release announcing the shortlist with more detail on other players and the complete specialist selection panel is available here.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Not interested in playing in India': Pakistan cricketer sparks controversy after Pahalgam attack
Image credit: ICC NEW DELHI: The India vs Pakistan cricket debate has once again reignited following the recent Pahalgam terror attack . Amid rising tensions, Pakistan women's cricket team opener Gull Feroza has reinforced her team's position regarding participation in matches scheduled in India. Feroza, who featured in three games during the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier as an opener, confirmed that Pakistan will not travel to India for the main tournament. Pakistan secured qualification for the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup , which is scheduled to be held in India this September. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! With Pakistan's qualification now confirmed, so is the likelihood of a hybrid model for the tournament—similar to the one used in the Asia Cup—where their matches against India will be hosted at a neutral venue. The development has sparked controversy, especially with India set to host the global event. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Poll Do you agree with Pakistan's decision not to travel to India for the World Cup? No, they should participate in India Yes, I support their decision Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi had already stated that the team would not travel to India for the World Cup. Sachin Tendulkar at 52: Power, Pride, and a Nation's Pulse Meanwhile, Feroza echoed that sentiment in a conversation with PakPassion. 'We know this much that we will play in Asian conditions and we are not playing in India. This is clear. Neither are we interested in playing in India,' Feroza told PakPassion. 'So, wherever it is played - hopefully in Sri Lanka or Dubai - those conditions are similar to the ones you get in Asia. The Qualifiers were at home, and the staff prepared tracks accordingly. Wherever the World Cup games are played, the conditions will be similar to those we have at home. So, our preparation will be according to that, and we are ready for that,' she added. Earlier this year, the Indian men's team also declined to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. As a result, their matches—including the final—were held in Dubai.
Express Tribune
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Nida Dar announces break from Pakistan cricket to focus on mental health
Listen to article Former Pakistan women's cricket team captain Nida Dar has announced a temporary break from all forms of cricket to focus on her mental health, following what she described as a period of personal and professional challenges. The 38-year-old all-rounder made the announcement on social media late Thursday, appealing for privacy as she steps away from the game. 'A lot of things have happened in the past with me personally and professionally and this has affected my mental health,' Dar wrote. 'For this reason, I am taking a break for a while from cricket to focus on myself. Please respect the privacy. Thank you. #respect.' Dar, one of Pakistan's most experienced players, has represented her country in 130 T20 Internationals and 99 One-Day Internationals. Known for her consistency and leadership, she had recently returned to training in preparation for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Faisalabad. However, she did not make the final 15-player squad after failing to meet fitness benchmarks. In addition to stepping away from international contention, Dar has also withdrawn from the upcoming National T20 Cup, choosing instead to take a complete break from competitive cricket. Her decision comes as the Pakistan women's team celebrated a successful qualifying campaign for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, securing five straight wins and defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets in their final match on April 19 at the Lahore City Cricket Association (LCCA) Ground. While lauding the squad's performance, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi reiterated that the national women's team will not travel to India for the tournament, in line with a previously agreed 'hybrid model' similar to that adopted for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy. 'Pakistan will not travel to India, as this formula has already been agreed upon,' Naqvi stated during a visit to the LCCA Ground.
