Bumrah, Root, Brook & Head Vie for ICC Cricketer of the Year

India's Jasprit Bumrah, England's Joe Root and Harry Brook, and Australia's Travis Head are contenders for the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year award. With standout performances across formats and prestigious tournaments, these players have etched memorable milestones, making them top contenders for the esteemed Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy.

India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah, along with England batsmen Joe Root and Harry Brook, and Australian batter Travis Head, has been shortlisted for the prestigious ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year award. The International Cricket Council released this announcement on Monday, highlighting the players' exceptional feats in various formats throughout the year.

Jasprit Bumrah shone across formats, propelling India to triumphs, including their unbeaten run in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. Bumrah's 71 wickets from 13 Test appearances further showcased his dominance, especially during India's tour of Australia, where he played a crucial role both as a bowler and captain.

Meanwhile, England's Harry Brook impressed with consistent performances, notably in Test matches against New Zealand and Pakistan. His contributions helped England achieve significant victories, and he surpassed Joe Root in the ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings. Root also reached new heights, finishing the year with over 1000 Test runs and maintaining his top Test batting rank. Australia's Travis Head continued his formidable form across formats, notably excelling in the Border-Gavaskar Series against India. His aggressive approach paid dividends, contributing significantly to Australia's cricketing successes.

(With inputs from agencies.)