The cricket world has just witnessed a remarkable achievement as the Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack announced its World Cricketer of the Year for 2024. Indian cricketers Smriti Mandhana and Jasprit Bumrah have bagged this prestigious honor. Notably, West Indies wicketkeeper Nicholas Pooran has also received this distinction in the T20 format.
A Year to Remember for Indian Cricketers
Jasprit Bumrah has been on a roll, claiming 204 wickets in 45 Test matches at an average of 19.40. His impressive stats also include 149 wickets in 89 ODIs. In T20 cricket, Bumrah has taken 74 wickets in 70 matches, cementing his position as a top-tier bowler.
Smriti Mandhana’s Stellar Performance
Meanwhile, Smriti Mandhana’s incredible run-scoring ability earned her the top spot among female cricketers. In 2024, she amassed over 1,600 runs across all formats. Mandhana’s tally of 1,659 runs is a record for the most runs scored by a female cricketer in a calendar year in international cricket.
Nicholas Pooran Shines in T20 Cricket
Nicholas Pooran was outstanding in the T20 format. In 2024, he played 21 matches and scored 464 runs at an average of 25, with a strike rate of 142. Pooran’s impressive performance earned him the Wisden World Cricketer of the Year award in T20 cricket.
The Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack is a highly respected publication in the cricket world. The World Cricketer of the Year award is one of the most prestigious honors in cricket, recognizing outstanding performances by cricketers during the year.