Australian Cricket Awards 2025 – Key Winners

The Australian Cricket Awards 2025 honored the finest performers in Australian cricket across all formats. Several players delivered remarkable performances over the past year, earning them prestigious awards.

Travis Head – Allan Border Medal & ODI Player of the Year

Travis Head was awarded the Allan Border Medal, the most prestigious individual award in Australian men’s cricket. He also secured the ODI Player of the Year award for his outstanding performances in the one-day format.

Achievements in 2024-25:

• Scored 1,427 runs across all formats, including three Test centuries.
• Played a crucial role in Australia’s 3-1 Test series win over India.
• Dominated in ODIs, including a brilliant World Cup final performance in 2023.
• Consistently performed under pressure, proving to be one of Australia’s most valuable batters.

Head’s ability to deliver in high-pressure games and his aggressive batting style make him a key player for Australia’s future.

Sam Konstas – Bradman Young Cricketer of the Year

Sam Konstas was recognized as the Bradman Young Cricketer of the Year, an award given to the most promising young talent in Australian cricket.

Key Highlights:

• Rose quickly from Australia’s U19 setup to domestic cricket, showing immense potential.
• Scored 471 runs in five Sheffield Shield matches at an average of 59.
• His aggressive yet composed batting style makes him a player to watch in the coming years.

Winning this prestigious award places Konstas among past winners like Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, and Marnus Labuschagne, all of whom went on to have successful international careers.

Beau Webster – Men’s Domestic Player of the Year

Beau Webster was named Men’s Domestic Player of the Year for his all-round performances in domestic cricket, particularly in the Sheffield Shield and Big Bash League (BBL).

Key Achievements:

• Excelled as both a batter and a bowler in the Sheffield Shield and BBL.
• Delivered match-winning performances for Tasmania and Melbourne Stars.
• His versatility allows him to be a crucial asset in all formats of the game.

With his consistency and ability to contribute with both bat and ball, Webster is a strong contender for future national selection.

Ashleigh Gardner – Women’s ODI Player of the Year

Ashleigh Gardner was honored as the Women’s ODI Player of the Year, thanks to her exceptional performances in limited-overs cricket.

Key Achievements:

• Starred in Australia’s victories in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup and Women’s Ashes.
• Took 12 wickets against England at Trent Bridge, leading Australia to an Ashes victory.
• Played crucial all-round roles, contributing with both bat and ball.

Gardner has cemented herself as one of the most impactful players in women’s cricket, especially in the limited-overs format.

Josh Hazlewood – Shane Warne Men’s Test Player of the Year

Josh Hazlewood was awarded the Shane Warne Men’s Test Player of the Year for his consistency and ability to trouble the best batters in the world.

Key Highlights:

• Maintained his reputation as one of the most reliable fast bowlers in Test cricket.
• Helped Australia retain the Ashes and defeat India 3-1.
• His precision, control, and ability to extract movement made him a key player in Australia’s bowling attack.

Hazlewood’s contribution to Australian cricket continues to be immense, and he remains a crucial part of the team’s Test setup.