Mitchell Starc Crowned ICC Men's Player of the Month for December After Ashes Heroics
Australian pace bowler Mitchell Starc has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for December 2025, following a series of sterling performances that were instrumental in Australia’s 4-1 Ashes victory. The left-arm quick claimed 16 wickets at an average of 21.25 and contributed 139 runs across three Tests during the month, showcasing his invaluable all-round ability.
Starc’s standout effort came in the second Test in Brisbane, where he earned the Player of the Match award with an eight-wicket haul and a vital knock of 77. The high-profile IPL asset expressed his honor at the recognition, noting that the award was made even more special by coming on the back of a successful home Ashes campaign. Starc’s current form reinforces his status as a world-class bowler as he prepares for upcoming international and franchise commitments.
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“It’s an honour to be named the ICC Player of the Month, and even more special that it came on the back of such a successful home Ashes. To have played a part in winning such an iconic series in front of our home crowd is something we will all relish for a long time.”
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IPL Career Best Bowling Average Leaders | Bowling Rankings
Leading best bowling average performers in IPL Career (bowling specialists only: bowlers/all-rounders)
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#1 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 10.50 | ||
#2 | Lucknow Super Giants | 12.25 | ||
#3 | Rajasthan Royals | 18.17 | ||
| #4 | Delhi Capitals | 18.24 | ||
| #5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 18.31 |
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IPL Career Leading Wicket Takers Leaders | Bowling Rankings Led by Yuzvendra Chahal (221 wickets) |
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“It’s an honour to be named the ICC Player of the Month, and even more special that it came on the back of such a successful home Ashes. To have played a part in winning such an iconic series in front of our home crowd is something we will all relish for a long time.”
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