International Cricket Awards 2024: Shortlists Unveiled
Get ready for the crowning of cricket’s elite! The International Cricket Council (ICC) is kicking off the countdown to the ICC Awards 2024, celebrating the phenomenal achievements of players from an action-packed year of international cricket.
From the electrifying ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies to the historic ICC Women’s T20 World Cup hosted by Bangladesh in the UAE, the year 2024 promised breathtaking performances and unforgettable moments. Now, the ICC is gearing up to recognize the brightest stars who shone on the cricketing stage.
Twelve Categories to Crown Cricket’s Best
The ICC Awards 2024 will honor the very best across 12 categories, recognizing excellence in men’s and women’s cricket across all formats.
The coveted Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year and the iconic Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year will be awarded to the stand-out players who captivated the world with their skill and sportsmanship.
Shortlist Unveiling: December 28 – 30
Starting from December 28th, the ICC will be revealing shortlists across nine categories. Each shortlist will feature four exceptional nominees who have dazzled audiences with their talent and achievements.
Here’s the schedule for the shortlist announcements:
- December 28: Shortlists for ICC Emerging Men’s and Women’s Cricketers of the Year
- December 29: Shortlists for ICC Men’s and Women’s T20I and ODI Cricketers of the Year
- December 30: Shortlists for ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year, the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year, and the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year
A panel of esteemed cricket experts, comprising writers and broadcasters, has carefully selected these nominees based on their on-field exploits and overall contributions to international cricket throughout the year.
The Fans Have Their Say
Now, it’s your turn to decide! After the final shortlists are revealed on December 30th, global cricket fans registered at icc-cricket.com will have the opportunity to cast their votes.
Together with the ICC Voting Academy, comprising a larger panel of global media representatives, the fan votes will determine the winners in each of these nine categories.
Celebrating the Best Across the Game
The ICC Awards 2024 will also recognize achievements in three other categories:
- ICC Men’s and Women’s Associate Cricketers of the Year (voted by the Voting Academy)
- ICC Umpire of the Year
Furthermore, five ICC Teams of the Year will be unveiled, chosen by the ICC Voting Academy and recognizing the exceptional performances of international teams in both men’s and women’s cricket.
Winners Announcement in January 2025
The countdown culminates in late January 2025, when the winners of the ICC Awards 2024 will be announced. Stay tuned for the ultimate celebration of cricketing brilliance!
Will your favorite player take home one of the prestigious ICC Awards?
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