ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year 2024: Celebrating the Best of the Best
Patiala, 24 January (Sports Desk)
The ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year 2024 recognizes 11 exceptional players who delivered outstanding performances throughout the year. Here’s a closer look at the cricketers who earned their place in the team.
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1. Yashasvi Jaiswal (India)
Yashasvi Jaiswal emerged as a dominant Test opener in 2024. After a tough series in South Africa, he bounced back with a sensational 712 runs in the home series against England, including two double centuries and three fifties. He scored three half-centuries in four innings against Bangladesh and showcased his brilliance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a match-winning 161 at Perth.
Overall, Jaiswal amassed 1,478 runs at an average of 54.74, the second-highest tally of the year.
2. Ben Duckett (England)
Ben Duckett was instrumental in England’s Test success, forming a formidable opening partnership with Zak Crawley. He scored heavily during England’s tours of India, Pakistan, and New Zealand and at home against West Indies and Sri Lanka, amassing 1,149 runs at an average of 37.06.
3. Kane Williamson (New Zealand)
Despite an injury-hit year, Kane Williamson continued to shine. He began with centuries in both innings against South Africa and ended the year strong with stellar performances against England, including a match-winning 156. Williamson scored 1,013 runs at an average of 59.58.
4. Joe Root (England)
Joe Root had another phenomenal year, finishing as the leading run-scorer in Test cricket with 1,556 runs at an average of 55.57. Root’s highlights included a monumental 262 against Pakistan and centuries against Sri Lanka and New Zealand, cementing his status as one of the greats of the game.
5. Harry Brook (England)
Harry Brook established himself as a rising star with 1,100 runs at an average of 55. His triple century against Pakistan and two centuries in New Zealand showcased his extraordinary potential.
6. Kamindu Mendis (Sri Lanka)
Kamindu Mendis made a remarkable comeback, scoring 1,049 runs at an extraordinary average of 74.92. His standout performances included centuries against Bangladesh, England, and New Zealand.
7. Jamie Smith (wk) (England)
Jamie Smith had an impressive debut year as a wicketkeeper-batter, scoring 637 runs at an average of 42.46. Behind the stumps, he contributed to 32 dismissals, making him a reliable presence for England.
8. Ravindra Jadeja (India)
Ravindra Jadeja excelled as an all-rounder, scoring 527 runs and taking 48 wickets in 2024. His performances, including a 10-wicket haul against New Zealand, were crucial to India’s success.
9. Pat Cummins (c) (Australia)
Pat Cummins led Australia to notable victories, including a historic 3-1 series win against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Cummins took 37 wickets at an average of 24.02 and contributed 306 runs, earning him the captaincy of the ICC Test Team of the Year for the second year running.
10. Matt Henry (New Zealand)
Matt Henry was a force with the ball, claiming 48 wickets at an average of 18.58. His standout performances included 17 wickets against Australia and 15 wickets against England.
11. Jasprit Bumrah (India)
Jasprit Bumrah was the standout bowler of the year, finishing with 71 wickets at an average of 14.92. His exceptional spells, including multiple nine-wicket hauls, made him the highest wicket-taker of 2024 and a pivotal player for India.
Conclusion
These players delivered memorable performances throughout 2024, making their mark on Test cricket and earning a spot in the ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year.
