ICC Player of the Month November nominees 2025 Announced
The ICC has officially revealed the contenders for the Player of the Month awards for November, featuring three remarkable performers in both the men’s and women’s categories. From impactful bowling spells to match-winning all-round shows, the shortlist reflects standout performances across international cricket. So let’s know about ICC Player of the Month November nominees.
Men’s Player of the Month – Harmer, Taijul & Nawaz in Race for the Award
Three players have been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month (November):
- Simon Harmer (South Africa) – Off-spinner
- Taijul Islam (Bangladesh) – Left-arm spinner
- Mohammad Nawaz (Pakistan) – All-rounder
All three impressed with game-changing performances for their respective national sides during the month.
Simon Harmer – Star of South Africa’s Historic Series Win
Simon Harmer played a pivotal role in South Africa’s sensational 2-0 Test series win over India, their first victory against the side in 25 years.
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17 wickets at an astonishing average of 8.94
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8-wicket haul in the first Test
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Match-winning 6/37 in the second Test
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Awarded Player of the Match and Player of the Series
Harmer’s unmatched dominance made him a frontrunner for the November crown.
Taijul Islam – Bangladesh’s Wicket Magnet
Taijul Islam continued his brilliant run in home conditions as Bangladesh secured a clean sweep against Ireland (2-0).
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13 wickets at 26.30
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Top wicket-taker of the series
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Named Player of the Series
His consistency and control proved crucial for Bangladesh’s Test success.
Mohammad Nawaz – Pakistan’s All-round Backbone
Mohammad Nawaz displayed outstanding all-round ability during the Tri-Series vs Sri Lanka & Zimbabwe.
In ODIs:
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Scored 104 runs at 52 average
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Strike rate of 114.28
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Picked 4 wickets
In T20Is:
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52 runs added
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11 wickets at only 12.72
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Match-winning 3/17 in the final, earning Player of the Series
His versatility with both bat and ball makes him a strong contender.
Women’s Player of the Month – Oza, Verma & Putthawong Nominated
The women’s shortlist includes standout performers from major ICC events:
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Esha Oza (UAE)
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Shafali Verma (India)
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Thipatcha Putthawong (Thailand)
Esha Oza – Leading from the Front for UAE
Oza delivered an exceptional all-round campaign during the Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy.
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187 runs at 137.50 strike rate
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7 wickets with the ball
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Match-winning 68 + 2 wickets vs Namibia*
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Crowned Player of the Tournament
Her leadership guided UAE to a strong finish.
Shafali Verma – The Hero of India’s World Cup Win
Called in as an injury replacement, Shafali Verma turned the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final into a stage of dominance.
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Scored 87 off 78 balls
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Strike rate: 111.53
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Took 2 vital wickets (Luus & Kapp)
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Awarded Player of the Match (Final)
Her fearless approach proved decisive in India’s maiden World Cup triumph.
Thipatcha Putthawong – Thailand’s Spin Sensation
Putthawong was sensational during the Emerging Nations Trophy, helping Thailand claim the title.
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15 wickets – joint highest of the tournament
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Breakthrough spells throughout
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4-wicket haul in the final vs Scotland
Her variations made her one of the most impactful bowlers of the month.
Final Verdict
The November shortlist highlights brilliant individual contributions across formats. With series-winning spells, unforgettable knocks, and all-round brilliance, each nominee has made a strong case for the award. Cricket fans now await ICC’s final announcement of the winner.
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