Shortlist for ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year
Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka)
- Matches: 21 | Runs: 720 | Average: 40 | Highest Score: 119*
- Wickets: 21 | Best Bowling: 4/29 | Average: 16.8
2024 Highlights
Athapaththu showcased her brilliance by becoming the second-highest run-scorer in T20Is for the year, with 720 runs featuring two centuries and four fifties. Her all-around skills were further evident in her 21 wickets, cementing her status as Sri Lanka’s cricketing icon.
Memorable Performance
A standout moment came in the Asia Cup final against India, where her knock of 61 set the foundation for Sri Lanka’s maiden title win. Her all-round contribution ensured a historic triumph for the island nation.
Shortlist for ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year
Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka)
- Innings: 9 | Runs: 458 | Average: 65.42 | Strike Rate: 101.10
- Wickets: 9 | Economy: 4.61
2024 Highlights
Athapaththu’s ODI heroics included a career-defining 195* in a high-stakes chase against South Africa, helping Sri Lanka secure a remarkable series draw. Her consistent performances throughout the year, both with bat and ball, played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s successes.
Memorable Performance
The unbeaten 195 against South Africa stands out as one of the year’s most extraordinary innings, leading Sri Lanka to chase down a daunting 301 with ease.
Athapaththu’s Competitors
- Melie Kerr (New Zealand): Instrumental in New Zealand’s maiden T20 World Cup win, Kerr excelled as an all-rounder with 135 runs and 15 wickets during the tournament.
- Laura Wolvaardt (South Africa): Dominated in both formats, amassing over 600 runs in T20Is and leading South Africa to their first Women’s T20 World Cup final.
- Smriti Mandhana (India): Known for her consistency, Mandhana tallied 743 ODI runs, including four centuries in 2024.
- Annabel Sutherland (Australia): A versatile all-rounder with impactful contributions, scoring 369 ODI runs and claiming 13 wickets.
Chamari Athapaththu’s dual nominations reflect her immense contributions to women’s cricket and reinforce her standing as one of the sport’s finest talents globally.
