Cricket Stars of 2024: Record-Breakers and New Legends

In 2024, cricket fans witnessed thrilling competition as new rivalries emerged and legends retired. India broke their ICC title drought, while Joe Root and Yashasvi Jaiswal shattered records. Key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Matt Henry made significant impacts, and exciting talents such as Gus Atkinson emerged.

The year 2024 was remarkable for cricket, showcasing an exhilarating competition with both emerging and enduring rivalries. While icons of the game bowed out, a new crop of talents emerged to take their place. A significant highlight was India's triumph in the T20 World Cup, ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought.

Joe Root dominated the Tests with a formidable 1,556 runs and set two major records for England, while India's Yashasvi Jaiswal also left his mark by becoming the highest run-scorer for an Indian opener in a calendar year. In line with this, Jasprit Bumrah's standout performances, including leading India's T20 World Cup glory, set him apart as one of the year's key players.

Promising young players such as Gus Atkinson took the spotlight, delivering exceptional performances throughout the year. Among others, Matt Henry and Arshdeep Singh proved their mettle by securing crucial wickets, further fueling the sport's excitement globally with their skills and capabilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)