Multan, Pakistan – Pakistan’s left-arm spinner, Noman Ali, has been crowned the ICC Player of the Month for October, outshining formidable rivals Kagiso Rabada and Mitchell Santner. His exceptional performance in the recent Test series against England earned him the prestigious accolade.
Ali’s return to international cricket after a 15-month hiatus was nothing short of spectacular. His ability to seize opportunities and deliver under pressure was evident throughout the series. In just two Tests, he claimed a staggering 20 wickets, all against England.
His most dominant performance came in the second Test at Multan, where he picked up an astonishing 11 wickets. His eight-wicket haul in the second innings, achieved for the loss of just 46 runs, marked his best bowling figures in a Test innings. This was also the first time he had taken 10 wickets in a single Test match.
Noman’s success comes as no surprise given his uncanny ability to find turn and bounce on any surface. His consistent performances have not only earned him the Player of the Month award but have also solidified his position as one of the most promising spinners in world cricket.
While Noman was the standout performer in October, Mitchell Santner also had a remarkable month. The New Zealand left-arm spinner claimed 13 wickets in a single Test against India, a personal best. However, Noman’s overall impact and consistency across the series tipped the scales in his favor.
