The shortlist for Men’s Player of the Month features three standout performers: Justin Greaves from the West Indies, Jacob Duffy from New Zealand, and Mitchell Starc from Australia. These players showcased exceptional skills with both bat and ball during a busy cricket month. Greaves, the West Indies all-rounder, impressed in New Zealand, scoring 283 runs at an average of 56.60 in three Tests. Notably, his unbeaten 202 in the first Test at Christchurch saved the match, and his five wickets were crucial for his team.
New Zealand’s fast bowler Duffy stood out in the home Test series against the West Indies, taking 23 wickets at an impressive average of 15.43 across three matches. His exceptional performance played a key role in New Zealand’s 2-0 series win, with his swing and precision troubling opposition batters. Duffy’s late 2025 form also saw him become New Zealand’s leading wicket-taker in a calendar year across all formats, surpassing Richard Hadlee’s previous record.
Australia’s left-arm fast bowler Starc made a significant impact in the December Ashes series, claiming 16 wickets and scoring 139 runs in three Tests. He was named Player of the Match in the second Ashes Test for his all-round performance, including 77 runs and eight wickets. Starc’s crucial contributions with both bat and ball in the series, particularly in the decisive third Test in Adelaide, were instrumental in Australia’s success in reclaiming the Ashes urn.
