DUBAI: The International Cricket Council has nominated Pakistan’s promising opening batter, Saim Ayub, for the prestigious ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year 2024 award.
The ICC has unveiled the nominees for the Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year award, spotlighting the young talents in cricket.
England’s Gus Atkinson, Sri Lanka’s Kamindu Mendis and West Indies’ Shamar Joseph are also included in the list. Pakistan’s rising star’s standout performances have redefined the expectations for emerging players.
Ayub, has been enjoying an exceptional form throughout the year. In 2024, Ayub made a stunning impact on the international stage, impressing in all formats with his aggressive batting style.
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He accumulated 1,254 runs in 41 innings with outstanding performances that included three centuries and one half-century in just nine One-Day International (ODI) matches.
His consistency and ability to perform in different conditions have made him one of Pakistan’s most exciting players.
Ayub was named Player of the Series following Pakistan’s dominant 3-0 series win over South Africa, which followed a remarkable increase in the ICC rankings. He jumped 57 positions to secure the 23rd slot with 603 points.
Ayub’s impressive performances, including two centuries in the series, have cemented his status as one of the most promising young players.
