Shreyas Iyer's performance is truly commendable. By winning the Player of the Month award for March, he once again proved to be a reliable batsman when the team needs him.
ICC Player of the Month March 2025: Amidst the excitement of IPL 2025, Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer achieved a significant milestone on the international stage. He was awarded the ICC Player of the Month award for March. Captaining Punjab Kings, Iyer's outstanding form caught everyone's attention, beating New Zealand's Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra to claim the award.
Dominant Display in Champions Trophy, Captaincy Burden in IPL
Iyer played a crucial role in India's victory in the recently concluded Champions Trophy. He scored 172 runs at an average of 57.33 in three matches. Whether it was his stunning 79-run innings against New Zealand in a group match or his responsible innings in the semi-final and final, Iyer consistently strengthened his team with his batting.
Iyer's Second ICC Award
Prior to Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill received this award in February 2025. This marks only the second time in history that two consecutive Indian male cricketers have won the ICC Player of the Month title. Previously, in 2021, Rishabh Pant (January), Ravichandran Ashwin (February), and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (March) achieved this feat.
The March 2025 award is Shreyas Iyer's second ICC Player of the Month award. He previously received the award in February 2022. This demonstrates his consistency and class not only in domestic leagues but also in international cricket.
Australian Dominance in Women's Category: Georgia Voll Crowned March's Star
In the women's category, the award went to young Australian player Georgia Voll, who delivered outstanding performances in March, significantly contributing to her team's 3-0 series win over New Zealand. Voll scored 50 (31 balls), 36 (20 balls), and 75 (57 balls) in the three matches respectively. This is the fourth month an Australian woman cricketer has won the ICC Player of the Month award, showcasing their current dominance in women's cricket.
