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Starc, Duffy, Greaves Vie for ICC Men's Player of the Month Honors

The ICC has shortlisted Mitchell Starc, Jacob Duffy, and Justin Greaves for the Men's Player of the Month award for December 2025. Starc was instrumental in Australia's Ashes victory, contributing crucial wickets and lower-order runs. Duffy led New Zealand's series win over West Indies, breaking a national annual wicket-taking record. Greaves saved a Test for the West Indies with an unbeaten double century and provided valuable wickets.

Key Points: ICC Player of Month Nominees: Starc, Duffy, Greaves

  • Starc's Ashes heroics with ball and bat
  • Duffy's record-breaking wicket haul for NZ
  • Greaves' match-saving double century
  • All three are premier all-rounders
  • Nominations based on December 2025 performances
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Starc, Duffy among ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for December

Mitchell Starc, Jacob Duffy, and Justin Greaves nominated for ICC Men's Player of the Month after stellar all-round performances in December.

"His combined impact of match-winning bowling and important lower-order runs played a vital role in Australia reclaiming the Ashes urn. - ICC Report"

Dubai, Jan 8

The shortlist for Men's Player of the Month includes three top performers, Justin Greaves of the West Indies, Jacob Duffy of New Zealand, and Australia's Mitchell Starc, all of whom made a notable impact with bat and ball throughout a busy cricket month.

West Indies all-rounder Greaves had a memorable month in New Zealand, amassing 283 runs at an average of 56.60 over three Tests. His exceptional performance was in the first Test at Christchurch, where he scored an unbeaten 202 in the fourth innings, saving the match and helping his team draw. Greaves also contributed with the ball by taking five wickets and stepping up during crucial moments for his team.

New Zealand fast bowler Duffy led the wickets in the home Test series against West Indies, taking 23 wickets at an impressive average of 15.43 over three matches. He was crucial to New Zealand's 2-0 series win, regularly challenging opposition batters with his swing and precision. His performance earned him Player of the Series, highlighting his vital role in the Black Caps' success.

Duffy's commanding performance in late 2025 enabled him to become New Zealand's leading wicket-taker in a calendar year across all formats, with 81 wickets, surpassing Richard Hadlee's previous record of 79 wickets set in 1985.

Starc, Australia's left-arm fast bowler, played a key role in the December Ashes series, claiming 16 wickets and adding 139 runs across three Tests.

He was named Player of the Match in the second Ashes Test, scoring 77 runs and taking eight wickets, which helped secure Australia's victory. In the first innings, he also recorded impressive figures of 6/75 and frequently took early wickets for his team.

Additionally, Starc contributed significantly with the bat, scoring 54 runs, and took four wickets in the decisive third Test in Adelaide, where Australia clinched the series. His combined impact of match-winning bowling and important lower-order runs played a vital role in Australia reclaiming the Ashes urn.

- IANS

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Priya S
Justin Greaves' double century to save the Test was incredible! That's the kind of fighting spirit we love to see in cricket. Well deserved nomination.
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Aman W
Duffy breaking Hadlee's record? That's massive! 81 wickets in a year is no joke. New Zealand has found a real gem in him. Future looks bright for the Black Caps.
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Sarah B
As an Aussie fan living in Mumbai, thrilled to see Starc get the nod! His all-round performance was the difference in the Ashes. That 77 runs was as crucial as his wickets. Pure match-winner.
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Karthik V
All three are fantastic players, but the ICC should clarify the criteria more. Is it just for bilateral series involving certain teams? Our players performed brilliantly in December but seem to be overlooked. A bit of transparency would help.
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Nisha Z
Greaves for me! An all-rounder scoring a double ton to save a match away from home? That's the stuff of legends. Hope he wins it. 🙌

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