Shocking Exclusion: ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2024 Snubs India Amid 50-Over Turmoil
The International Cricket Council (ICC) revealed its Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024 on January 24th, notably without any representation from India, spotlighting the nation’s sparse participation in the 50-over format. This year, India played only a three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, resulting in two losses and one tie. This limited engagement starkly contrasts with the extensive schedules of other nations.
Sri Lanka dominated the list, contributing four players, including Charith Asalanka, who was named both a team member and captain. Asalanka’s exemplary performance included 605 runs over 16 matches, with a commendable average of 50.2, featuring one century and four half-centuries. Sri Lanka played 18 ODIs, securing 12 wins, the most by any team.
Pakistan and Afghanistan also made strong showings, with three players each included in the team. Pakistan won seven out of their nine ODIs, while Afghanistan achieved eight victories from 14 matches. The notable inclusion from outside Asia was West Indies’ Sherfane Rutherford, whose impressive debut year yielded 425 runs from nine games, boasting an outstanding average of 106.2.
In summary, the ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024 is as follows: Charith Asalanka (Sri Lanka, Captain), Saim Ayub (Pakistan), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan), Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka), Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka, Wicketkeeper), Sherfane Rutherford (West Indies), Azmatullah Omarzai (Afghanistan), Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka), Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan), Haris Rauf (Pakistan), and AM Ghazanfar (Afghanistan).
This year’s lineup underlines the impressive performances from South Asian teams, particularly Sri Lanka, while also highlighting the embryonic talent emerging from the West Indies. The absence of Indian players underscores a year of limited international exposure for the team in ODI cricket.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/sport/story/icc-mens-odi-team-of-the-year-2024-indias-omission-reflects-lack-of-50-over-commitments-1159860-2025-01-24?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2025-01-24 14:44:00
