Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana Win Top Wisden Awards
Published on: April 22, 2025
Introduction
Indian cricketers Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana have been honored with the prestigious Wisden Cricketers' Almanack awards for 2025. Bumrah was named the Leading Male Cricketer in the World, while Mandhana received the Leading Female Cricketer in the World title.
Jasprit Bumrah's Achievements
Bumrah's exceptional performance in 2024, including his pivotal role in India's T20 World Cup victory, earned him the top honor. He was also recognized as the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year for his outstanding contributions in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.
Smriti Mandhana's Record-Breaking Year
Mandhana had a stellar year, scoring 747 runs in 13 innings with an average of 57.86. She registered four centuries, setting a new record in women's cricket. Her remarkable performances led to her being named the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year.