India’s Shreyas Iyer raises his bat in celebration throughout a match. — Reuters/File
DUBAI: India’s center order batter Shreyas Iyer has been named the ICC Males’s Participant of the Month for March 2025, beating out New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra for the celebrated honour.
Iyer was the best run-scorer throughout the month, accumulating 243 runs and enjoying an important function in India’s triumphant ICC Champions Trophy 2025 marketing campaign.
His win marks the second consecutive Participant of the Month award for India, following Shubman Gill’s recognition in February.
Iyer performed an important function in India’s center order all through the event, serving to the staff navigate the center overs together with his composed stroke play. His means to anchor the innings and construct essential partnerships was instrumental in India’s profitable run.
Upon receiving the award, Iyer mentioned: “I’m truly honoured to be named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March. This recognition is incredibly special, especially in a month when we lifted the ICC Champions Trophy — a moment I will cherish forever.
“With the ability to contribute to India’s success on such an enormous stage is one thing each cricketer goals of. I am grateful to my teammates, coaches, and help employees for his or her unwavering help and perception.
“A heartfelt thank you to the fans as well — your energy and encouragement keep us going every step of the way.”
The 30-year-old scored 172 of his 243 runs throughout three matches in March, averaging 57.33 with a strike price of 77.47, that includes a number of notable performances.
He struck 79 off 98 balls — together with 4 fours and two sixes — in a group-stage win in opposition to New Zealand, serving to India put up a aggressive complete of 250 on a difficult floor.Â
The batter additionally contributed 45 off 62 deliveries within the semi-final victory over Australia, earlier than capping off the event with a composed 48* off 62 balls within the remaining, as soon as once more in opposition to New Zealand, as India clinched the title.
