In the men’s category, Pakistan’s explosive opener Sahibzada Farhan, England’s dynamic all-rounder Will Jacks, and United States fast bowler Saurabh Netravalkar (Note: if referring to Shadley van Schalkwyk, adjust accordingly) have been shortlisted for the prestigious monthly honor.

Farhan’s Record-Breaking Run

Among the nominees, Sahibzada Farhan has turned heads with a run-scoring spree during the ICC Men s T20 World Cup. The Pakistani opener finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer, amassing an impressive 383 runs.

His tally did more than just top the charts, it also rewrote history, surpassing the previous record of 319 runs set by Virat Kohli during the 2014 edition of the tournament.

Farhan batted with remarkable confidence, maintaining a strike rate of 160.25 and an average of 76.60. He also smashed two centuries, becoming the first batter ever to score two hundreds in a single T20 World Cup edition. His standout innings came against Namibia and Sri Lanka.

Will Jacks, The All-Round Powerhouse

England’s Will Jacks also earned his place among the nominees thanks to a well-rounded performance that blended aggressive batting with effective bowling.

Jacks scored 194 runs at a blazing strike rate of 173.21 while also picking up 11 wickets, proving his value as a genuine all-rounder.

He also achieved a rare milestone by becoming the first player to win four “Player of the Match” awards in a single T20 World Cup edition, underlining his consistent impact throughout the tournament.

Shadley van Schalkwyk’s Bowling Brilliance

Representing the United States, fast bowler Shadley van Schalkwyk impressed cricket fans with his sharp bowling spells.

He finished the tournament with 13 wickets, placing him among the top wicket-takers. His standout performances included four wickets against India and another four-wicket haul against Pakistan during the group stage.

Van Schalkwyk maintained an economy rate of 7.76, demonstrating both control and attacking intent.

The ICC also confirmed that all three players were included in the Team of the Tournament, with van Schalkwyk named as the 12th man.

Women’s Player of the Month Nominees

In the women’s category, three talented cricketers have been shortlisted: Fatima Sana from Pakistan, Harshitha Samarawickrama from Sri Lanka, and Arundhati Reddy from India.

Sri Lanka’s Harshitha Samarawickrama delivered a steady and reliable batting display in an ODI series against West Indies, scoring 171 runs in three matches and playing a key role in her team’s 2–1 series victory.

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana also had a productive month. Against South Africa, she scored 117 runs in three ODIs and claimed two wickets. She also shone in the T20 series, including a powerful 90-run innings and an unbeaten 47, along with two wickets.

Meanwhile, India’s fast bowler Arundhati Reddy emerged as the leading wicket-taker in a T20 series against Australia, helping her side secure a 2–1 series win with consistent bowling spells.

How the Winner Is Decided

According to the International Cricket Council, the final winner of the Player of the Month award is determined through a combined voting system. Members of the ICC Voting Academy contribute 90 percent of the vote, while fans around the world account for the remaining 10 percent through online voting on the ICC’s official website.

The winners are traditionally announced during the second week of each month across the ICC’s digital platforms.

With several remarkable performances on display, the race for February’s award promises to be a thrilling contest between rising momentum and proven brilliance.