Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Mohammed Shami Nominated For ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year

Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and Mohammed Shami – three Indian cricketers who dazzled in 2023 – are locked in a thrilling battle for the prestigious ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year award. The trio, joined by New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, face off after exceptional performances in the 50-over format, particularly during last year’s World Cup.

Three terrific batters and one fearsome bowler 🏏

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Rising star Gill exploded onto the ODI scene in 2023. His batting prowess shone through as he amassed a staggering 1584 runs – the only player to breach the 1500-run mark that year. Five magnificent centuries, a breathtaking 208 his highest score, and an impressive average of 68.91 cemented his position as India’s top ODI run-scorer and earned him widespread recognition.

Kohli, returning to his mesmerizing form, was unstoppable during the World Cup. He shattered records with a phenomenal 765 runs across 11 innings, boasting an unmatched average of 95.62 and a healthy strike rate of 90.3. His three centuries and six half-centuries, including a match-winning ton against New Zealand in the semi-final that surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI century record, earned him the player of the tournament title. Overall, Kohli finished second in the 2023 ODI run-scorer list with 1377 runs.

Shami, India’s pace bowling spearhead, spearheaded the attack during the World Cup, grabbing 24 wickets in just seven matches. Throughout the year, he claimed a commendable 43 wickets in 19 matches, proving his dominance as a potent fast bowler.