ICC Men’s Player of the Month nominees for December revealed
The Men’s Player of the Month shortlist features three standout performers making significant contributions with bat and ball during a busy month of cricket.
Justin Greaves (West Indies)
West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves enjoyed a memorable month in New Zealand, scoring 283 runs at an average of 56.60 across three Tests.
His standout performance came in the first Test at Christchurch, where he produced a match-saving unbeaten 202 in the fourth innings, helping his side secure a draw.
Greaves also contributed with the ball, taking five wickets, standing up when needed in important moments for his side.
Jacob Duffy (New Zealand)
New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy was the leading wicket-taker in the home Test series against the West Indies, claiming 23 wickets at an astonishing average of 15.43 in three matches.
He played a central role in New Zealand’s 2-0 series victory, consistently troubling opposition batters with swing and accuracy.
His work earned him Player of the Series honours to further underline his importance to the Black Caps’ success.
Duffy’s imperious form in the final month of 2025 helped him become the highest-wicket taker in a calendar year for New Zealand across formats, with 81 wickets, surpassing Richard Hadlee’s record of 79 set in 1985.
Mitchell Starc (Australia)
Australia’s left-arm quick Mitchell Starc was instrumental during the Ashes series in December, taking 16 wickets and scoring 139 runs in three Tests.
He was Player of the Match in the second Ashes Test, contributing 77 runs and taking eight wickets to set up Australia’s win, as he also picked up figures of 6/75 in the first innings, while making a habit of taking early scalps for his side.
Starc also made a key batting contribution of 54 runs and four wickets in the Ashes-clinching third Test in Adelaide, helping Australia seal the series.
His combination of match-winning bowling and valuable lower-order runs were crucial in helping Australia returning the Ashes urn.
Starc, Hazlewood with a crucial 10th wicket stand | WTC25 Final
Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood extend Australia's lead with just the final wicket in hand on Day 3 at Lord's.
