ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year 2024: A showcase of talent and triumph

The ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year celebrates the players who dominated the shortest format in 2024, delivering electrifying performances and making the year unforgettable for cricket fans worldwide. Here's a look at the 11 stars who earned their place in this prestigious lineup:

Rohit Sharma (India)

Matches: 11 | Runs: 378 | HS: 121 | Avg: 42.00 | SR: 160.16 | 100s: 1

Rohit Sharma’s brilliance was pivotal in India’s first T20 World Cup win in over a decade. Scoring 378 runs at a strike rate exceeding 160, he smashed three half-centuries, including a fiery 92 against Australia in the Super Eight stage. Beyond his batting, his calm and strategic leadership played a critical role in guiding India to the trophy.

Travis Head (Australia)

Matches: 15 | Runs: 539 | HS: 80 | Avg: 38.50 | SR: 178.47 | 50s: 4

Head was the backbone of Australia’s batting, providing explosive starts with a strike rate close to 180. His adaptability and ability to counter quality bowling were evident in his standout knocks, including a blazing 80 against Scotland. Despite falling short of the T20 World Cup title, Head’s performances earned him the No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings.

Phil Salt (England)

Matches: 17 | Runs: 467 | HS: 103* | Avg: 38.91 | SR: 164.43 | 100s: 1

Salt’s fearless approach at the top was instrumental for England, delivering quick starts with ease. His unbeaten 87 at the T20 World Cup and a sensational 103* in a series against the West Indies solidified his place as one of the format’s most dangerous batters.

Babar Azam (Pakistan)

Matches: 24 | Runs: 738 | HS: 75 | Avg: 33.54 | 50s: 6

Babar Azam’s elegance and reliability shone once again as he anchored Pakistan’s innings. Starting the year with three consecutive half-centuries against New Zealand, his performances under pressure reaffirmed his place as one of cricket’s finest players.

Nicholas Pooran (West Indies)

Matches: 21 | Runs: 464 | HS: 98 | Avg: 25.77 | SR: 142.33 | 50s: 2

Pooran’s aggressive middle-order batting and dependable wicket-keeping were crucial for the West Indies. His explosive 98 against Afghanistan at the T20 World Cup demonstrated his ability to dictate terms in challenging situations.

Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe)

Matches: 24 | Runs: 573 | HS: 133* | SR: 146.54 | Wickets: 24 | BBI: 5/18

Raza was Zimbabwe’s go-to player, excelling with both bat and ball. His unbeaten 133* off 43 balls in the Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier was one for the record books, and his all-round contributions made him indispensable.

Hardik Pandya (India)

Matches: 17 | Runs: 352 | HS: 50* | Wickets: 16 | BBI: 3/20

Pandya’s all-round excellence powered India to glory. Defending 16 runs in the T20 World Cup final and scoring crucial runs throughout the year, Pandya cemented his status as one of the world’s top all-rounders.

Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)

Matches: 14 | Wickets: 31 | BBI: 4/14 | Avg: 9.58 | 4W: 4

Rashid Khan continued to mesmerize with his unmatched bowling skills. Picking up 31 wickets at an average of 9.58, he played a pivotal role in Afghanistan reaching their first-ever T20 World Cup semifinal.

Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)

Matches: 20 | Runs: 179 | HS: 67 | Wickets: 38 | BBI: 4/15

Hasaranga was Sri Lanka’s key player in 2024, excelling as a wicket-taker and an economical bowler. His ability to deliver breakthroughs under pressure made him indispensable.

Jasprit Bumrah (India)

Matches: 8 | Wickets: 15 | BBI: 3/7 | Avg: 8.26

Bumrah’s precision and consistency in his comeback year were instrumental in India’s World Cup win. His deadly yorkers and ability to deliver under pressure reaffirmed his status as one of cricket’s premier pacers.

Arshdeep Singh (India)

Matches: 18 | Wickets: 36 | BBI: 4/9 | Avg: 13.50

India’s highest wicket-taker of 2024, Arshdeep Singh was a revelation. With 36 wickets at an average of 13.50, he shone in the World Cup, delivering decisive spells, including a 4/9 against hosts USA.

The ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year reflects the incredible class, firepower, and resilience of these players, who ensured 2024 will be remembered as a milestone year in cricket.