Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma win the ICC Player of the Month awards for September 2026 after impressive performances for India.
Indian cricket has another reason to celebrate as Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma have been named the ICC Player of the Month winners for September 2026. Gill claimed the men’s award after delivering outstanding performances against the West Indies in ODI cricket, while Shafali secured the women’s honour for her contributions to the Indian team.
The latest ICC Player of the Month announcement highlights the performances of two Indian batters who have continued to make their mark on the international stage. Gill’s impressive run-scoring helped India win both of its first two ODI matches against the West Indies, while Shafali added another individual achievement to her career.
Shubman Gill’s Spectacular Performance Against West Indies
Shubman Gill enjoyed a memorable September, scoring 333 runs across the first two ODIs against the West Indies. The Indian captain registered a century in the opening match before producing a remarkable double-century in the second game.
In the first ODI, played in Thiruvananthapuram, Gill scored 110 runs from 108 balls while chasing a target of 295. His innings played a key role in India’s successful run chase, with the team reaching the target in 41.4 overs.
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Gill followed up that performance with an unbeaten 223 off just 133 deliveries in the second ODI in Guwahati. After the West Indies posted 405 runs while batting first, Gill led India’s response with an exceptional innings. India completed the chase in 43.3 overs, securing another victory.
His two-match performance proved decisive in earning him the men’s ICC Player of the Month award. The combination of consistency, attacking stroke play and the ability to deliver in a high-scoring chase made his September campaign particularly noteworthy.
Shafali Verma Wins the Women’s Award Again
Shafali Verma also earned recognition after being named the women’s ICC Player of the Month for September. This marks the second time she has received the monthly honour, having previously won it in November last year.
The Indian batter expressed happiness at receiving the award again and highlighted how meaningful it was to contribute to the team’s success in major competitions. She said that being part of India’s victories in the Asia Cup and the Asian Games had been a deeply satisfying experience.
Shafali also explained that winning the award made those achievements even more special. Her latest recognition adds to her growing list of individual accomplishments in international cricket.
India Celebrates a Double Achievement
The selection of Gill and Shafali gives Indian cricket a notable double achievement in the ICC’s monthly awards. Gill’s award recognises his exceptional batting performances against the West Indies, while Shafali’s honour reflects her contributions to the women’s game.
Both players have established themselves as important members of their respective Indian teams. Their latest accolades also underline the impact Indian batters continue to make across international cricket.
With Gill producing a century and an unbeaten double-century in consecutive ODIs and Shafali collecting her second monthly award, September has proved to be a memorable period for the two players. The ICC Player of the Month honours recognise their efforts and add another milestone to their cricketing journeys.
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