Four outstanding performers from the Cricket World Cup in India have been nominated for the ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023 Award. The shortlisted players include Shubman Gill (India), Mohammed Shami (India), Virat Kohli (India), and Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand).
Shubman Gill
Shubman Gill had a remarkable year, particularly in ODIs, amassing 1584 runs at an impressive average of 63.36. His contributions at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 were notable, despite a delayed start due to dengue fever. Gill's standout performance was a double century, scoring 208 against New Zealand in Hyderabad.
Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami turned his year around in the second half, becoming the highest wicket-taker at the Cricket World Cup with 24 scalps at an astonishing average of 10.7. His record-breaking 7/57 against New Zealand in the semi-final showcased Shami's impactful return to the playing XI after missing the initial games.
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli's stellar 2023 included a phenomenal performance at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, where he scored a record-breaking 765 runs, the most ever in a men's Cricket World Cup. Kohli completed a tally of 50 ODI centuries, finishing the year with 1377 runs at an average of 72.47.
Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell stood out with 1204 runs in 2023, the third-highest by a New Zealand player in a calendar year. His exceptional World Cup performance included two centuries against India, contributing significantly to New Zealand's middle order. Mitchell's memorable 134 in the semi-final almost propelled his team to a remarkable run-chase of 398.