Arshdeep Singh has been named the ICC Men’s T20 Cricketer of the Year 2024, as announced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on January 25, 2025. This recognition highlights his exceptional performance throughout the year, where he emerged as a pivotal player for the Indian cricket team.
Performance Highlights
Wickets and Average: Arshdeep took 36 wickets in 18 matches, boasting an impressive average of 13.50 and a strike rate of 10.80.
T20 World Cup Contribution: His standout performance came during the T20 World Cup, where he claimed 17 wickets across eight matches, finishing as the second-highest wicket-taker in the tournament, tied with Afghanistan’s Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Best Bowling Figures: His best performance in the World Cup was against the USA, where he recorded figures of 4 wickets for just 9 runs.
Career Milestones
Recently, Arshdeep also became India’s highest wicket-taker in T20 internationals, surpassing Yuzvendra Chahal’s record with his 97th wicket against England in a T20I match.
He was also included in the ICC Men’s T20 Team of the Year, alongside notable players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, with Rohit being named captain of the team.
Arshdeep’s ability to excel in both powerplay and death overs, coupled with his skill in executing yorkers and swinging the ball, has established him as a complete package in T20 cricket. His achievements not only reflect his personal growth but also contribute significantly to India’s success on the international stage.
