Jasprit Bumrah named ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Month for December 2024

January 15, 2025 – India’s own pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been named the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Month for December 2024. The prestigious honour comes for his stellar performance during India’s tour of Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The shining star of the Test series

Bumrah was the force behind India’s bowling lineup, picking up 22 wickets in just three Tests at an impressive average of 14.22. His unforgettable moments include a nine-wicket haul in Brisbane and a five-wicket haul in Melbourne. These efforts were crucial in ensuring India stayed in contention in a closely-contested series.

Highlights of the series

– Adelaide Test: Bumrah reduced Australia’s lead by taking four wickets in the first innings, helping India cruise to victory.

– Brisbane Test: He devastated Australia’s batting order by taking six wickets in the first innings and three more in the second innings to complete a remarkable nine-wicket haul in the match.

– Melbourne Test: Bumrah took four wickets in the first innings and five in the second to bowl out Australia for 234.

Record-breaking achievements

During the series, Bumrah achieved a significant milestone, becoming the fourth-fastest bowler to take 200 Test wickets in terms of balls bowled. Even more impressively, he became the first bowler to take 200 Test wickets at an average of less than 20.

Honours and awards

Thanks to his game-changing performances, Bumrah was honoured as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2024. He also won the Player of the Series Award for his exceptional contribution.

Reactions on Bumrah’s Achievement

BCCI:- Say hello 👋to the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2024!

ICC:- A record-breaking performance in December earns a prolific pacer the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award 🏅

Bumrah’s thoughts

I am overjoyed to be named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December. Receiving individual accolades is truly humbling, and it brings immense satisfaction to have your efforts acknowledged,” Bumrah stated in an official release. “The Border-Gavaskar Trophy was one of the most fiercely contested series ever, and it was an honour to represent my country and perform at my best.

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