NEW DELHI: India’s star batter Shubman Gill has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025, adding yet another accolade to his ever-growing list of achievements. Gill secured the prestigious honour after outshining Australia’s Steve Smith and New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips, thanks to his remarkable performances in One Day Internationals throughout the month.
The top-order sensation has been in scintillating form, amassing 406 runs in just five ODIs at a staggering average of 101.50 and a strike rate of 94.19. His consistency and elegance at the crease were instrumental in India’s 3-0 series win over England, where he notched three consecutive half-centuries.
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Gill’s run began with a fluent 87 in Nagpur, followed by a composed 60 in Cuttack. He capped off the series with a masterclass in Ahmedabad, hammering 112 off 102 balls, decorated with 14 boundaries and three towering sixes. His century not only secured a comprehensive win but also earned him the Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards.
Reflecting on his stellar month, Gill expressed his gratitude to the fans and his teammates, stating, “It’s always special to contribute to the team’s success and to be recognised for it. My focus has always been on playing positively and making every opportunity count.”
The accolades didn’t stop there for Gill, as he carried his blazing form into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. In India’s tournament opener against Bangladesh in Dubai, he struck an unbeaten 101, guiding India’s chase with class and composure. He followed that up with a gritty 46 against arch-rivals Pakistan, ensuring India remained unbeaten in their opening matches.
Gill’s consistent performances throughout the Champions Trophy were pivotal in India’s triumph, as they went on to lift the coveted title last week. His exploits with the bat have cemented his position as the world’s top-ranked ODI batter, a spot he has firmly held since his prolific run in 2024.
Teammate and captain Rohit Sharma also rose in the ICC ODI rankings, climbing two places to occupy the third position after his Player of the Match performance in the Champions Trophy final.
This is the third time that Shubman Gill has bagged the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award, having previously won it twice in 2023 – in January and September. His consistency and hunger for runs make him one of the brightest stars in world cricket, and his current form suggests that he is far from done.
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