New Delhi: Seasoned Indian batter Shreyas Iyer won the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March after playing a pivotal role in India’s Champions Trophy triumph. The right-handed batter finished as the highest run-scorer with 243 runs during the 50-over event to bag the honour, surpassing New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra.
After securing the award, Iyer said that he is honoured to receive the prestigious award and it means a lot to him, a moment he will cherish forever. ‘I’m truly honored to be named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March. This recognition is incredibly special, especially in a month where we lifted the ICC Champions Trophy — a moment I will cherish forever,’ Iyer said in an ICC release.
‘Being able to contribute to India’s success on such a big stage is something every cricketer dreams of. I’m grateful to my teammates, coaches, and support staff for their unwavering support and belief. A heartfelt thank you to the fans as well – your energy and encouragement keep us going every step of the way,’ Iyer concluded.
With star batter Shubman Gill winning the award in February, India thus bagged the Player of the match consecutively. Iyer helped Men in Blue progress through the middle overs with his masterful stroke-play and his knack for anchoring the innings and forging crucial partnerships played a vital role in steering his side through a victorious campaign.
The 30-year-old batter smashed 172 runs across three matches in March with an average of 57.33. Iyer had an impressive strike rate of 77.47, which included some sensational knocks. In a tough semifinal clash against Australia, Iyer scored 45 runs off 62 balls to steer the team into the summit clash and then ended the ICC event with 48 runs in just 62 balls in the final match against New Zealand.
The 30-year-old scored 172 runs across three matches in March, averaging 57.33, with a modest strike rate of 77.47, which included some spectacular knocks. Cricket Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
