Rohit-Bumrah nominated for Player of the Month: ICC announces three nominations for the month of June

ICC Player of the Month Contenders

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the contenders for the Player of the Month award for June, following the T20 World Cup. The nominees include Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah from Team India, along with Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz.

Rohit Sharma: Leading Run-scorer for Team India

Rohit Sharma emerged as Team India’s highest run-scorer in the T20 World Cup, amassing 257 runs in 8 matches at an impressive average of 36.71 and a strike rate of 156.7. His standout performances included a blazing 92 off 41 balls against Australia and a crucial 57 off 39 balls against England in the semi-final.

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Jasprit Bumrah: Player of the Series

Jasprit Bumrah, Team India’s fast bowler, had a stellar T20 World Cup campaign. He bowled with an economy of 4.17 in 8 matches and claimed 15 wickets, making him the second-highest wicket-taker for India. Bumrah’s consistent performance earned him the prestigious title of Player of the Series.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz: Afghanistan’s Star Opener

Rahmanullah Gurbaz of Afghanistan shone brightly as the highest run-scorer of the tournament, tallying 281 runs in 8 matches at a strike rate of 124.33. His contributions included three fifties, showcasing his batting prowess on the global stage.

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Celebrations Across India

Team India’s victory in the T20 World Cup sparked jubilant celebrations across the country. Fans eagerly awaited this triumph for 17 years since India’s first T20 World Cup win in 2007. The team’s homecoming was marked by exuberant celebrations lasting 16 hours, as fans from Delhi to Mumbai poured onto the streets to welcome their cricketing heroes.

The return of the T20 World Cup trophy to India has unified the nation in celebration, highlighting the immense pride and joy felt by cricket fans nationwide.