Despite Virat Kohli’s exceptional performances, he was surprisingly omitted from the ICC Men’s T20 Team of the Year. India still boasts strong representation with Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh making the cut, highlighting the team’s depth and talent in international cricket.
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In 2024, Rohit Sharma etched his name in cricket history by leading India to their first T20 World Cup title in over a decade. His remarkable year was defined by batting brilliance: 378 runs across 11 matches, averaging 42.00 with a searing strike rate of 160.16. Highlighted by a thunderous 92 against Australia in the Super Eight stage, Rohit delivered three crucial half-centuries. Beyond statistics, his strategic leadership guided a young Indian team through high-pressure moments, transforming potential into a memorable championship victory.
Other than Indians, one Pakistani cricketer also made it the list. Babar Azam is the only cricketer from Pakistan. Babar Azam demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2024, scoring 738 runs across 24 matches with a highest score of 75 and an average of 33.54. The 30-year-old Pakistani captain began the year impressively, scoring three consecutive half-centuries against New Zealand. His elegant stroke play and ability to perform under pressure reinforced his status as a top-tier international cricketer, earning him sixth place in the ICC Men’s T20I batting rankings.
Men’s T20I Team of the Year: Rohit Sharma (c), Travis Head, Phil Salt, Babar Azam, Wanindu Hasaranga, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sikandar Raza, Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh.
