The ICC has officially announced its Men’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024 as part of the ICC Awards. Featuring a lineup of elite performers, this team highlights players who dominated the shortest format of cricket throughout the year. From explosive batting to match-winning bowling performances, these players delivered standout moments that made 2024 a year to remember.
Pakistan’s Babar Azam earned his spot in the XI after a stellar individual campaign with the bat, despite his team’s struggles in the format. Meanwhile, Indian players dominate the lineup after their historic triumph in the T20 World Cup, marking their return to glory in the format.
Matches: 11 | Runs: 378 | HS: 121 | Avg: 42.00 | SR: 160.16 | 100s: 1
Rohit Sharma led India to their first T20 World Cup title in over a decade with his outstanding leadership and consistent performances at the top of the order. Scoring 378 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 160.16, Rohit combined elegance with aggression, playing several crucial knocks during the tournament. His 92 against Australia in the Super Eight stage was a masterclass in pacing an innings under pressure.
Matches: 15 | Runs: 539 | HS: 80 | Avg: 38.50 | SR: 178.47 | 50s: 4
Travis Head’s fearless batting at the top of the order made him one of Australia’s standout performers in 2024. With a strike rate nearing 180, Head smashed four half-centuries, including a commanding 80 against Scotland. His consistency earned him the No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I Batting Rankings, further solidifying his reputation as a world-class opener.
Matches: 17 | Runs: 467 | HS: 103 | Avg: 38.91 | SR: 164.43 | 100s: 1*
Phil Salt’s explosive batting provided England with rapid starts throughout the year. His unbeaten 103* in a bilateral series against the West Indies and a blistering 87 in the T20 World Cup highlighted his ability to dominate top-class bowling attacks. Salt’s fearless approach made him one of the most exciting batters to watch in 2024.
Matches: 24 | Runs: 738 | HS: 75 | Avg: 33.54 | 50s: 6
Babar Azam’s composure and consistency were the backbone of Pakistan’s batting lineup. With six half-centuries to his name in 2024, Babar excelled in anchoring innings while still maintaining a healthy strike rate. His performances reaffirmed his status as one of the modern greats in T20 cricket.
Matches: 21 | Runs: 464 | HS: 98 | Avg: 25.77 | SR: 142.33 | 50s: 2
Nicholas Pooran combined power-hitting with dependable wicketkeeping for the West Indies. His fiery 98 against Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup showcased his ability to deliver in high-pressure situations, further cementing his place among the game’s premier finishers.
Matches: 24 | Runs: 573 | HS: 133 | SR: 146.54 | Wickets: 24 | Best: 5/18*
Sikandar Raza was the ultimate all-rounder in 2024. His breathtaking 133* against Gambia remains one of the most iconic knocks in T20I history. With 24 wickets to complement his batting heroics, Raza proved to be a match-winner with both bat and ball.
Matches: 17 | Runs: 352 | HS: 50 | Wickets: 16 | Best: 3/20*
Hardik Pandya continued to establish himself as one of the best all-rounders in world cricket. He played pivotal roles in India’s World Cup-winning campaign, including a match-winning 3/20 spell in the final against South Africa. His versatility made him a critical component of India’s success.
Matches: 14 | Wickets: 31 | Best: 4/14 | Avg: 9.58
Rashid Khan’s dominance with the ball remained unmatched in 2024. Picking up 31 wickets in just 14 matches, he was Afghanistan’s key weapon, particularly in the T20 World Cup, where his exceptional variations and control dismantled batting lineups.
Matches: 20 | Wickets: 38 | Best: 4/15
Wanindu Hasaranga continued to excel as one of the best spin bowlers in the world, claiming 38 wickets in 2024. His ability to pick wickets in both the powerplay and middle overs made him a captain’s go-to bowler, and his performances were pivotal in Sri Lanka’s success throughout the year.
Matches: 8 | Wickets: 15 | Best: 3/7 | Avg: 8.26
Jasprit Bumrah’s precise yorkers and death-over mastery once again highlighted his value in T20 cricket. His return to international cricket was marked by impactful spells, including key contributions in India’s T20 World Cup-winning campaign.
Matches: 18 | Wickets: 36 | Best: 4/9 | Avg: 13.50
Arshdeep Singh emerged as India’s most effective bowler in 2024. With 36 wickets to his name, including a devastating 4/9 against the USA in the T20 World Cup, Arshdeep’s pinpoint accuracy and calmness under pressure earned him a reputation as one of the finest death bowlers in the game.