Pakistan’s Shaheen Shah Afridi, Namibia’s Gerhard Erasmus, and UAE’s Muhammad Waseem have been nominated for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for April 2024.
Afridi’s nomination stems from his exceptional bowling performances in Pakistan’s drawn T20I series against New Zealand. He was instrumental in both of Pakistan’s victories, taking 3-13 in the second T20I and 4-30 in the fifth and final match. His eight wickets in the series at an average of 10.00 earned him the Player of the Series award.
Erasmus played a pivotal role in Namibia’s series victory in Oman. He amassed 145 runs and picked up eight wickets, including two Player of the Match performances. In the second match, he scored a controlled half-century, while in the decider, he blasted an eye-catching 64 not out in 29 balls and took two wickets to seal the series win.
Waseem, UAE’s opening batter, impressed in his side’s run to ACC Premier Cup triumph. He scored 269 runs at an average of 44.83, including a century in the final against Oman. His consistent performances throughout the tournament have earned him a nomination for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award.
The winner of the award will be announced on May 10, 2024.
