INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Player of the Month prize
The batter sees this award as a source of inspiration for his future in international cricket after historic batting feats in Bangladesh
opening total of 280.With a healthy first innings lead, the second innings presented a similar challenge when Mendis came to the middle
Sri Lanka had extended their advantage but limped to 126 for six when the batter initiated another stirring fightback, supported again by
the brilliant de Silva at the other end
Sri Lanka eventually sealed victory by 328 runs.With his century in the second innings, Mendis became the first player batting at number
also wish the very best for the other two players who were nominated along with me, Mark Adair and Matt Henry, whom I consider excellent
Zealand.The 25-year-old amassed 223 runs at an average of 55.75 from her five T20I matches during the month, guiding the visitors to a
memorable 4-1 series win through a showcase of explosive performances.Bouchier began the series with an unbeaten 43 in the opener, setting a
Her next impressive knock came in the third match, where she smashed 71 in 47 balls despite England falling short in Nelson.Promoted to open
the batting in the subsequent decisive encounter in Wellington, Bouchier hit her highest T20I score, blasting 91 in just 56 balls which
I am so happy and grateful to everyone: my family and partner and the staff and my teammates who have supported me whilst playing at the
global fans registered at icc-cricket.com and a specialist panel comprising ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and media
