Sanju Samson wins ICC Men's Player of the Month award

On April 14, 2026, the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2026.

This prestigious honor marks a career milestone for Samson, who played a central role in India successfully defending their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title.

Across three crucial matches in March, he scored an incredible 275 runs at an average of 137.50.

Samson, who also made headlines with a century in the 2026 IPL, described this period as the most unforgettable phase of his career.

He surpassed fellow nominees Jasprit Bumrah and Connor Esterhuizen to claim the award, which was decided by a mix of fan votes and expert analysis.