Class and Firepower in the ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024

The ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024 celebrates the finest players who delivered match-winning performances and left an indelible mark on the shortest format of the Cricket. Here’s a look at the 11 players who shone brightest in 2024:

Rohit Sharma (India) 

Matches: 11 | Runs: 378 | HS: 121 | Avg: 42.00 | SR: 160.16 | Hundreds: 1

Rohit Sharma led India to their first T20 World Cup title in over a decade with his exceptional batting and astute leadership. Scoring 378 runs in 11 matches at a remarkable strike rate of over 160, Rohit played crucial knocks, including an explosive 92 against Australia in the Super Eight stage.

Travis Head (Australia) Matches: 15 | Runs: 539 | HS: 80 | Avg: 38.50 | SR: 178.47 | Fifties: 4

 Travis Head’s aggressive intent at the top of the order was pivotal for Australia, scoring at a blistering strike rate of nearly 180. His four half-centuries, including an 80 against Scotland, underscored his dominance against quality attacks.

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Phil Salt (England) Matches: 17 | Runs: 467 | HS: 103 | Avg: 38.91 | SR: 164.43 | Hundreds: 1

Phil Salt’s explosive starts provided England with momentum, cementing his place as a key player in their lineup. His standout performances included an unbeaten 103* against the West Indies in November.

Babar Azam (Pakistan) Matches: 24 | Runs: 738 | HS: 75 | Avg: 33.54 | Fifties: 6

 Babar Azam anchored Pakistan's batting with his elegant stroke play, scoring consistently throughout the year, including three consecutive fifties against New Zealand.

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Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) Matches: 21 | Runs: 464 | HS: 98 | Avg: 25.77 | SR: 142.33 | Fifties: 2

Pooran played a crucial finishing role for the West Indies, with his highlight being a blistering 98 off 53 balls against Afghanistan at the T20 World Cup.

Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe) Matches: 24 | Runs: 573 | HS: 133 | SR: 146.54 | Wickets: 24 | BBI: 5/18* Raza continued to shine as Zimbabwe’s talisman, delivering all-round performances with both bat and ball. His 133* against Gambia was a standout moment.

Hardik Pandya (India) Matches: 17 | Runs: 352 | HS: 50 | Wickets: 16 | BBI: 3/20*

Pandya's all-round brilliance played a vital role in India's T20 World Cup triumph, contributing crucial runs and taking key wickets, including a match-winning spell in the final.

Rashid Khan (Afghanistan) Matches: 14 | Wickets: 31 | BBI: 4/14 | Avg: 9.58 | Four-wicket hauls: 4

 Rashid's masterful spin bowling propelled Afghanistan to their first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final, with his consistency proving decisive.

Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) Matches: 20 | Runs: 179 | HS: 67 | Wickets: 38 | BBI: 4/15

Hasaranga continued to be Sri Lanka’s go-to bowler, striking at crucial moments and maintaining his position among the top-ranked bowlers.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) Matches: 8 | Wickets: 15 | BBI: 3/7 | Avg: 8.26

Bumrah's lethal yorkers and exceptional death-over skills played a crucial role in India’s title-winning campaign, reaffirming his place among the world's best.

Arshdeep Singh (India) Matches: 18 | Wickets: 36 | BBI: 4/9 | Avg: 13.50

Arshdeep emerged as India’s leading wicket-taker, excelling in both the powerplay and death overs, with a standout performance of 4/9 against the USA.These 11 players showcased extraordinary talent, delivering consistent performances throughout 2024, and ensuring their place in the ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year.