ICC Player of the Month March 2026 Nominees: Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah Lead India’s Charge

Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah headline India’s nominations for ICC Player of the Month March 2026, alongside global stars across men’s and women’s cricket.

India’s strong showing in international cricket has been reflected in the nominations for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March 2026. Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah have been shortlisted alongside South Africa’s Connor Esterhuizen.

Samson’s explosive performances towards the latter stages of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup played a crucial role in India’s title-winning campaign. Meanwhile, Bumrah delivered match-winning spells, including a standout performance in the final. Esterhuizen earned his place on the list after an impressive debut T20I series against New Zealand.

Match-Winning Performances Highlight Nominees

Sanju Samson emerged as a key player in high-pressure matches, delivering a remarkable unbeaten 97 against the West Indies, followed by two crucial innings of 89 in both the semi-final against England and the final against New Zealand.

Jasprit Bumrah, on the other hand, showcased his brilliance with the ball, claiming seven wickets across important matches at an excellent average and economy rate. His defining moment came in the final, where he registered exceptional figures of four wickets for just 15 runs.

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Connor Esterhuizen also impressed with the bat, accumulating 200 runs in the series against New Zealand. His consistency and attacking approach helped South Africa secure a 3-2 series victory, earning him the Player of the Series award and a significant rise in ICC rankings.

Women’s Nominees Shine Across Formats

In the women’s category, Amelia Kerr, Beth Mooney, and Ayabonga Khaka have been nominated for their outstanding performances.

Kerr delivered impactful contributions in both ODIs and T20Is against Zimbabwe and South Africa, strengthening her case for another ICC award. Mooney continued her consistent run-scoring form across formats against India and the West Indies, while Khaka stood out with the ball, finishing as the leading wicket-taker in the T20I series in New Zealand and following it up with a strong ODI performance.

With top players from across the globe in contention, the ICC Player of the Month awards for March 2026 promise to recognize some of the finest individual performances in recent international cricket.