Arshdeep Singh, ICC T20I cricketer of the year: Young Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh has been named the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2024, securing one of the most prestigious individual honors in his career. On January 25, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the 25-year-old as the winner, highlighting his remarkable performances in the shortest format of the game.
Arshdeep Triumphant Over Top Contenders
Arshdeep triumphed over notable contenders, including Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam, Australia’s explosive Travis Head, and Zimbabwe’s all-rounder Sikandar Raza. His sensational performance played a key role in India’s historic T20 World Cup 2024 victory, where he emerged as a dominant force in the tournament.
The left-arm pacer’s journey to success included 36 wickets from just 18 T20I matches in 2024, making him India’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is that year. Arshdeep’s ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs in both the powerplay and death overs earned him the reputation of being a key weapon for India.
After receiving the prestigious award, Arshdeep expressed his gratitude and joy. In a video shared on the ICC’s official website, he said, “I feel great to win the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year. Really grateful and thankful to the god. Thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes, and credit goes to the support staff and players who helped me to get the best of me.” He also highlighted the T20 World Cup final as a special memory and looked forward to creating more moments like that in the future.
Arshdeep’s rise to prominence in world cricket marks an exciting chapter in India’s fast-bowling legacy, with the pacer determined to continue his meteoric journey.