In T20I cricket, the Player of the Match award honours those who deliver exceptional performances, often tipping the scales in their team’s favor. Typically awarded to a player from the winning team, this title has also been claimed by players from losing sides whose efforts stood above all. Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza currently leads this elite list with 17 awards, setting the standard for impactful play in international T20 cricket.
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Players with Most Player of the Match Awards in Men's T20Is
These top players with the most Player of the Match awards have consistently shaped T20I cricket through memorable performances, leading their teams to victory or keeping them competitive. Here is the list:
Player | Span | Matches | Awards |
Sikandar Raza (ZIM) | 2013-2024 | 96 | 17 |
Suryakumar Yadav (IND) | 2021-2024 | 74 | 16 |
Virandeep Singh (MAS) | 2019-2024 | 84 | 16 |
Virat Kohli (IND) | 2010-2024 | 125 | 16 |
Mohammad Nabi (AFG) | 2010-2024 | 129 | 14 |
Rohit Sharma (IND) | 2007-2024 | 159 | 14 |
Mohammad Rizwan (PAK) | 2015-2024 | 102 | 12 |
David Warner (AUS) | 2009-2024 | 110 | 12 |
Shakib Al Hasan (BAN) | 2006-2024 | 129 | 12 |
Sami Sohail (MWI) | 2019-2024 | 46 | 11 |
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Player Highlights
- Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe)
Leading with 17 awards, Raza’s impressive journey showcases his all-around skills in pivotal matches, earning him recognition across various tournaments. - Suryakumar Yadav (India)
Known for his aggressive batting style, Yadav’s quick rise to fame and consistent awards from 2021 have made him one of the most celebrated Indian T20I players. - Virandeep Singh (Malaysia)
Singh’s performances put Malaysian cricket on the T20I map, making him a standout with 16 awards in 84 matches. - Virat Kohli (India)
With a remarkable career since 2010, Kohli’s ability to deliver in high-pressure games has earned him 16 awards, making him a T20I icon. - Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan)
One of Afghanistan's finest, Nabi’s versatility in both batting and bowling has earned him 14 awards and respect in the cricket world.
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