Islamabad, Jan 25: The ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024 has been officially revealed, celebrating a remarkable group of players who stood out in the shortest format of the game. These athletes have made an indelible mark with match-winning performances and consistent displays across all departments. Among them, Pakistan’s Sadia Iqbal earned a well-deserved spot following her exceptional breakthrough year in 2024.
Key Highlights of the ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year 2024
Stats: 19 Matches, 673 Runs, 39.58 Average, 125.09 Strike Rate, 1 Century, 3 Half-Centuries
Laura Wolvaardt led South Africa with elegance, playing match-defining innings and finishing the year as one of the top T20I batters. Her century against Sri Lanka and strong leadership earned her the No. 5 spot in the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings.
Stats: 23 Matches, 763 Runs, 42.38 Average, 126.53 Strike Rate, 8 Half-Centuries
Smriti Mandhana continued to impress with her elegant stroke play and consistency, finishing 2024 with the second spot in the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings. Her performances, including three consecutive half-centuries against West Indies, cemented her reputation as one of the finest T20I batters.
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Stats: 21 Matches, 720 Runs, 40.00 Average, 126.76 Strike Rate, 2 Centuries, 4 Half-Centuries; 21 Wickets, 16.80 Bowling Average
Chamari Athapaththu led Sri Lanka to historic victories, including a win in the Asia Cup. Her all-round brilliance, including two centuries and 21 wickets, made her a true game-changer for her team.
All-Round Stars and Bowling Maestros
Stats: 16 Matches, 538 Runs, 35.86 Average, 121.99 Strike Rate, 5 Half-Centuries; 14 Wickets, 3/25 Best Bowling
Hayley Matthews continued her rise as one of the best all-rounders in women’s cricket. Her performance, including an unbeaten 85* against India, and her 14 wickets demonstrated her exceptional versatility.
Stats: 16 Matches, 423 Runs, 47.00 Average, 133.86 Strike Rate, 3 Half-Centuries; 7 Wickets
Nat Sciver-Brunt was a dependable match-winner for England, delivering crucial performances under pressure, such as her unbeaten 67* against South Africa.
Stats: 18 Matches, 387 Runs; 29 Wickets, 15.55 Bowling Average
Melie Kerr was the standout star of 2024, with 29 wickets and a Player of the Tournament performance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Her exceptional all-round performance made her the Player of the Year.
Rising Stars and Consistent Contributors
Stats: 21 Matches, 365 Runs, 33.18 Average, 156.65 Strike Rate
Richa Ghosh impressed with her aggressive batting and a strike rate of 156.65, with her 64* off 29 balls against the UAE standing out as a game-changing knock.
Stats: 16 Matches, 399 Runs, 30.69 Average; 11 Wickets
Marizanne Kapp proved to be a crucial all-rounder for South Africa, delivering important contributions both with the bat and ball.
Stats: 18 Matches, 544 Runs; 21 Wickets, 12.90 Bowling Average
Orla Prendergast emerged as one of the brightest young talents, impressing with 544 runs and 21 wickets in 2024, marking her as a future star.
Bowling Powerhouses
Stats: 23 Matches, 30 Wickets, 17.80 Bowling Average
Deepti Sharma continued to be a key figure in India’s spin attack, delivering several crucial performances with the ball.
Stats: 19 Matches, 30 Wickets, 14.30 Bowling Average
Sadia Iqbal was one of the standout performers of the year, with her left-arm spin playing a key role in Pakistan’s success. Her 4/16 against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup highlighted her exceptional bowling.