ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year 2024
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the Women’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024, recognizing the outstanding performances of cricketers in the shortest format of the game. This prestigious selection highlights the best players who have delivered remarkable contributions with both bat and ball throughout the year.
South African Players in the Team
Laura Wolvaardt (Captain – South Africa)
Laura Wolvaardt led from the front in 2024, making significant contributions with the bat. She accumulated 673 runs in 19 matches, proving to be a consistent top-order batter. Some of her most memorable performances include:
- An unbeaten 58 off 53 balls against Australia in Canberra.
- A brilliant century against Sri Lanka in Benoni.
As the captain, Wolvaardt’s leadership was instrumental in South Africa’s success in women’s T20Is throughout the year.
Marizanne Kapp (All-rounder – South Africa)
Marizanne Kapp showcased her all-round abilities with both bat and ball. She played some outstanding knocks, including:
- 75 runs against Australia in January.
- A quick 57 against India in Chennai.
With the ball, Kapp was equally impressive, taking 11 wickets with her seam bowling. Her all-round contributions made her an indispensable part of the team.
Full ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year 2024
1. Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa) – Captain
A top-order batter and inspirational leader who led by example with her outstanding performances.
2. Smriti Mandhana (India)
One of India’s most dependable batters, Smriti Mandhana played several match-winning innings and remained a key player at the top of the order.
3. Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka)
The aggressive Sri Lankan batter was a consistent performer, scoring heavily against top teams and making a significant impact.
4. Hayley Matthews (West Indies)
An all-rounder known for her explosive batting and effective off-spin bowling, Matthews was a crucial player for the West Indies in 2024.
5. Nat Sciver-Brunt (England)
One of England’s most accomplished all-rounders, Sciver-Brunt provided valuable contributions with both the bat and ball.
6. Melie Kerr (New Zealand)
The New Zealand all-rounder excelled with her leg-spin and middle-order batting, delivering crucial performances for her team.
7. Richa Ghosh (India) – Wicketkeeper
A powerful hitter and reliable wicketkeeper, Richa Ghosh was instrumental in finishing games for India in the T20I format.
8. Marizanne Kapp (South Africa)
A dynamic all-rounder who delivered consistent performances with both bat and ball for South Africa.
9. Orla Prendergast (Ireland)
A rising star in women’s cricket, Prendergast impressed with her batting and pace bowling for Ireland.
10. Deepti Sharma (India)
India’s leading all-rounder, Deepti Sharma, contributed with her off-spin bowling and crucial lower-order batting.
11. Sadia Iqbal (Pakistan)
A talented left-arm spinner, Sadia Iqbal was Pakistan’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is in 2024.
Conclusion
The ICC Women’s T20I Team of the Year 2024 features a diverse mix of talented cricketers from different nations. The selected players have displayed exceptional skills, consistency, and match-winning performances throughout the year, making them the best in the world of women’s T20 cricket.