ICC Awards: Here’s the complete list of winners for the year 2023

The year 2023 will be remembered as a golden chapter in the history of cricket, marked by breathtaking performances, nail-biting contests, and exceptional achievements. As we turn the pages of this thrilling cricketing saga, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the illustrious winners of the 2023 awards, recognizing the outstanding efforts of cricketers across the globe.

From Pat Cummins‘ leadership heroics to Virat Kohli‘s run-scoring spree, the ICC Awards 2023 celebrated the cream of the cricketing crop, leaving fans in awe of the talent and dedication displayed on the field. On that note, let’s dive into the highlights of the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year and other noteworthy awardees who made 2023 a memorable year for cricket fans worldwide.

Full List of ICC Award Winners 2023

ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2023

Australia’s skipper, Pat Cummins, emerged as the ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2023, securing the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy. Cummins’ stellar performance included leading Australia to victory in the WTC Final 2023, retaining the Ashes urn, and guiding the Aussie side to success in the ODI World Cup 2023. His exceptional bowling prowess saw him bag 59 wickets across formats, making him a standout performer in the cricketing world.

ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023

Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli was crowned the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023. Kohli’s exceptional run-scoring spree included 1377 runs in the calendar year, showcasing unwavering consistency and reaching three figures on six occasions. Breaking Sachin Tendulkar‘s record for the most centuries in the 50-over format, Kohli’s contributions were instrumental in India’s successful World Cup campaign.

ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2023

Usman Khawaja claimed the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year 2023, edging out tough competition. Khawaja’s outstanding year culminated in Australia winning their first ICC World Test Championship title, with the batter amassing 1210 runs in 13 Tests, showcasing his prowess at the highest level.

ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2023

Suryakumar Yadav secured the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year for the second successive year, showcasing his dominance in the shortest format. His average nearing 50, and a strike rate exceeding 150 made him a consistent performer in T20Is, amassing 733 runs in 18 games, including two centuries.

ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year 2023

England’s all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt secured the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Award for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year for the second consecutive year. Her exceptional knocks during the home Ashes against Australia showcased her prowess in both batting and bowling. Brunt amassed staggering 894 runs across formats in 2023 and bagged 9 wickets.

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ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023

Chamari Athapaththu, the Sri Lankan top-order batter, clinched the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023 for her outstanding contributions with the bat and leadership skills, leading her side to a historic bilateral series win over New Zealand and finishing the year with 415 ODI runs.

ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2023

Hayley Matthews became the second West Indies player to win the ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year, displaying exceptional performances with both bat and ball. Her phenomenal performance included being the highest run-scorer in women’s T20Is in 2023 with 700 runs at an average of 63.63 and 19 wickets at an economy of 6.84.

ICC Men’s and Women’s Associate Cricketers of the Year 2023

Bas de Leede and Queentor Abel were named the ICC Men’s and Women’s Associate Cricketers of the Year 2023, respectively, for their remarkable all-round performances and contributions to their respective teams.

ICC Emerging Cricketers of the Year 2023

Rachin Ravindra and Phoebe Litchfield were crowned the ICC Men’s and Women’s Emerging Cricketers of the Year 2023, respectively, recognizing their outstanding performances and potential in the cricketing arena.

ICC Spirit of Cricket Award 2023

The ICC Spirit of Cricket Award 2023 went to Akeal Hosein for a heartwarming moment during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe, where he was consoled by Zimbabwean players after a high-intensity match.

ICC Umpire of the Year 2023

Former England player Richard Illingworth received the David Shepherd Trophy for ICC Umpire of the Year for the third time, highlighting his excellence in officiating cricket matches.

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