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5 Indian Players Who Have Won The ICC Cricketer Of The Year Award

Poulomi Chakraborty∙ Updated: Jan 28 2025, 7:45 PM

Jasprit Bumrah Won The ICC  Cricketer Of The Year Award in 2024 (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)Jasprit Bumrah Won The ICC  Cricketer Of The Year Award in 2024 (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com)

Over the years, Indian cricket has produced countless superstars who’ve dazzled on the global stage, and Jasprit Bumrah is no exception. After having a phenomenal year in 2024, ICC honored the Indian pacer with the prestigious ICC Cricketer Of The Year award. Bumrah’s stellar performances earned him this well-deserved honor, adding another milestone to his illustrious career.

But it's just not Jasprit Bumrah, other four Indian players won the prestigious ICC Cricketer Of The Year award in the past. In this article, we will unveil the star-studded list.

5. Jasprit Bumrah (2024)

In the year 2024, world cricket witnessed another phenomenal version of Jasprit Bumrah. The number 1 Test bowler of the year completed his 200th Test wickets and dominated the T20 World Cup, grabbing 15 wickets with an economy of 8.26 to help India clinch the title after 17 years. In 2024, he secured 71 Test wickets in just 13 matches and ended the year being the highest wicket-taker of the longest format. For his remarkable performances throughout the year, ICC honored him with the ICC Cricketer Of The Year award.

4. Virat Kohli (2017, 2018)

Virat Kohli has dominated the cricket world since his debut. In 2017 and 2018, he conquered the big stage and won the prestigious ICC Cricketer Of The Year award. In 2017, Virat Kohli scored 1059 runs in 10 Tests and continued his exceptional form in the limited over cricket. He scored 1460 runs in 26 ODIs. In 10 T20I matches, he scored 299 runs. The next year, he maintained his consistent form, scoring 1322 runs in 13 Tests. In 14 ODIs he scored 1202 runs. In just 10 T20s, he scored 211 runs. His remarkable performances shattered records and earned him the ICC Cricketer of the Year award in two consecutive years.

3. Ravichandran Ashwin (2016)

Over the years, Ravichandran Ashwin has showcased his spin magic to the cricket world. Due to his unwavering contribution, the ICC felicitated the Indian spinner with the ICC Cricketer Of The Award. In 2016, he participated in 12 Test matches, scoring a total of 612 runs and achieving an impressive 72 wickets. He also played in 2 ODIs and secured 2 wickets, and demonstrated his talent in T20Is by securing 23 wickets. With those performances, he shattered the world stage.

2. Sachin Tendulkar (2010)

Sachin Tendulkar, the ‘Master Blaster’ redefined the game of cricket with his brilliance. From making milestones to breaking records, he’ has created some unbelievable memories. During that season, Sachin Tendulkar scored 674 runs in just seven Test matches. Along with that, in 14 ODIs, he scored 703 runs. For that phenomenal contribution, the ICC honored him with the ICC Cricketer Of The Year Award in 2010.

1. Rahul Dravid (2004)

Rahul Dravid has always become a pioneer of Indian cricket, even in terms of the ICC awards. He was the first Indian to secure any ICC awards. In that season, Rahul Dravid showcased remarkable form, scoring 1241 runs in nine Test matches. In 22 ODI matches, he scored 752 runs. His excellence in the longest format, combined with his consistent performances, led to him being awarded the prestigious ICC Cricketer of the Year Award in 2004 for his significant contributions in the game.