The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 celebrated the achievements of Indian cricket’s brightest stars, legendary figures, and rising talents in a grand ceremony held in New Delhi on Sunday. The annual awards, organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), recognized outstanding performances across international and domestic cricket during the 2024–25 season.
A moment of immense pride 🌟
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
🎥 The Men's #U19WorldCup winning squad are felicitated by IPL Chairman Mr. Arun Singh Dhumal at the #NamanAwards 2026 ✨@ThakurArunS pic.twitter.com/yZvLSxMx7F
India’s men’s team captain Shubman Gill and women’s batting superstar Smriti Mandhana were named Best International Cricketers of the Year, highlighting their extraordinary contributions to Indian cricket across formats.
The ceremony also honored several icons of the sport. Former Indian captain and coach Rahul Dravid, 1983 World Cup hero Roger Binny, and women’s cricket legend Mithali Raj were presented with prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards for their lasting impact on the game.
In addition to individual honors, the BCCI also paid tribute to India’s remarkable international success over the past two years by recognizing all five Indian teams that won ICC tournaments between 2024 and 2026.
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 once again proved why the ceremony is considered one of the most prestigious recognitions in Indian cricket.
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BCCI to honour Roger Binny, Rahul Dravid and Mithali Raj with Lifetime Achievement Awards at Naman Awards 2026, scheduled to be held on Sunday, 15 March 2026, in New Delhi.
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A Grand Celebration of Indian Cricket Excellence
The BCCI Naman Awards are organized annually to celebrate excellence in Indian cricket across international and domestic competitions. The 2026 edition was particularly special because it celebrated both historic achievements and the emergence of the next generation of cricket stars.
The ceremony gathered some of the biggest names in Indian cricket — former captains, rising talents, administrators, and legends — all under one roof.
The evening highlighted India’s dominance in world cricket and the contributions made by players across formats and levels.
Best International Cricketers of the Year
Shubman Gill – India’s Run Machine Across Formats
🚨 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗨𝗺𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 🚨
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
Dominating attacks and delivering big runs when it mattered most 🫡
Congratulations to #TeamIndia captain Shubman Gill on being named 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫 – 𝐌𝐞𝐧 🏆👏#NamanAwards | @ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/IozcgwWyOD
Indian captain Shubman Gill was honored with the Polly Umrigar Award for Best International Cricketer (Men) at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026.
Gill had a remarkable year in 2025, emerging as India’s leading run-scorer across all formats.
Shubman Gill’s 2025 International Performance
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | – | 983 | Dominated England series with 754 runs |
| ODIs | – | 490 | Key role in India’s Champions Trophy victory |
| T20Is | – | – | Consistent contributions |
| Total | – | 1764 runs | Average around 49 |
Gill scored seven centuries and three half-centuries during the year, demonstrating remarkable consistency in all formats of the game.
One of the standout moments of his season came during India’s Test series against England, where he scored 754 runs at an average above 70, dominating one of the strongest bowling attacks in the world.
In One-Day Internationals, Gill scored 490 runs and played a crucial role in helping India win the Champions Trophy, cementing his status as one of the world’s best batters.
His overall tally of 1764 runs across formats made him the clear choice for the top individual honour at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026.
Smriti Mandhana – Dominating Women’s Cricket
Consistency. Class. Runs galore 👏👏
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
🔹 Highest Run-Getter in ODIs
The award is presented to #TeamIndia vice-captain Smriti Mandhana 🏆#NamanAwards | @mandhana_smriti pic.twitter.com/wuG9EllPi2
Indian women’s team star Smriti Mandhana was awarded the Best International Cricketer (Women) at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026.
Mandhana enjoyed one of the most successful years of her career, scoring 1800 runs in 36 international matches.
Smriti Mandhana’s 2025 International Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Centuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | – | 1311 | 6 |
| T20Is | 12 | 489 | 1 |
| Total | 36 | 1800 | 7 |
Mandhana was also India’s top scorer in the Women’s ODI World Cup, leading from the front with her aggressive yet elegant batting.
Her performances included seven centuries during the year, six of which came in ODI cricket.
This award marked the fifth time Mandhana has won the Best Player Award, reinforcing her status as one of the greatest batters in women’s cricket.
Lifetime Achievement Awards
One of the most emotional segments of the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 was the presentation of lifetime achievement honours to legendary figures who shaped Indian cricket.
Rahul Dravid – From Legendary Player to World Cup-Winning Coach
The Wall 👌
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
A mentor 🙌
An enduring pillar of Indian cricket 🇮🇳
From standing tall in the toughest battles to guiding the next generation of stars, his contribution to the game is immeasurable 🫡🫡
The legendary Rahul Dravid is honoured with the 𝐂𝐨𝐥. 𝐂.𝐊. 𝐍𝐚𝐲𝐮𝐝𝐮… pic.twitter.com/ZEw7NoCVAt
Former Indian captain Rahul Dravid received the Colonel C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award for his immense contribution to Indian cricket both as a player and a coach.
Dravid is widely regarded as one of the greatest batters in cricket history.
Rahul Dravid’s Career Highlights
| Category | Achievement |
|---|---|
| International Runs | Over 24,000 |
| Role | Backbone of India’s batting for over a decade |
| Coaching | Head coach during India’s 2024 T20 World Cup win |
| Youth Development | Built strong pipeline at National Cricket Academy |
After retiring from international cricket, Dravid continued to serve Indian cricket in various roles.
As the Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy, he played a vital role in developing young talent.
Under his coaching, India won the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, and later, as head coach of the senior men’s team, he guided India to victory in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
His contributions have helped shape modern Indian cricket.
Roger Binny – Hero of the 1983 World Cup
🚨 𝗖𝗼𝗹. 𝗖.𝗞. 𝗡𝗮𝘆𝘂𝗱𝘂 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 🚨
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
Celebrating a lifetime of contribution to Indian cricket 🇮🇳
Congratulations to #TeamIndia great Roger Binny on receiving the prestigious award 👏👏#NamanAwards pic.twitter.com/f7DgD8efOK
Former Indian all-rounder Roger Binny was also honored with the Colonel C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026.
Binny was a key member of the Indian team that won the historic 1983 Cricket World Cup.
Roger Binny’s Contributions to Indian Cricket
| Category | Achievement |
|---|---|
| 1983 World Cup | Leading wicket-taker |
| 1985 World Championship | Member of winning Indian team |
| Coaching | Guided India U-19 team to World Cup in 2000 |
| Administration | Served as BCCI President (2022–2025) |
Binny also made history as the first Indian cricketer to open both batting and bowling in an ODI match.
After his playing career, he continued to serve Indian cricket as a coach, selector, and administrator.
He was the 36th President of the BCCI from 2022 to 2025, a period during which Indian cricket reached new heights globally.
Mithali Raj – A Pioneer of Women’s Cricket
1⃣8⃣0⃣0⃣ runs
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
3⃣6⃣ matches
7⃣ centuries
Elegance, consistency and a year to remember ✨#TeamIndia vice-captain Smriti Mandhana bags the 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫 – 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 award for the 5⃣th time 🏆👏#NamanAwards | @mandhana_smriti pic.twitter.com/u9KlB1CTON
Indian women’s cricket icon Mithali Raj received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award for her incredible career spanning more than two decades.
Raj is widely considered one of the greatest players in women’s cricket history.
Mithali Raj’s Historic Career
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| ODI Matches | 232 |
| ODI Runs | 7805 (Highest in women’s cricket) |
| Test Runs | 699 |
| Highest Test Score | 214 |
| International Career | 1999 – 2022 |
Mithali made her international debut in 1999 at the age of just 16 against Ireland.
Over the next 23 years, she became the backbone of India’s women’s cricket team.
She captained India from 2004 to 2022, leading the team to the finals of the 2005 and 2017 Women’s World Cups.
Her record 7805 runs in ODI cricket remains the highest in women’s cricket history.
Best International Debut Awards
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 also recognized emerging players who made outstanding debuts in international cricket.
Harshit Rana – Impressive Debut Across Formats
A phenomenal start to a promising journey in international cricket 🔥🔥
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
🔹 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝘂𝘁 – 𝗠𝗲𝗻
The award goes to the fearless Harshit Rana 👏👏#NamanAwards pic.twitter.com/t42gUQ1XDe
Young Indian pacer Harshit Rana was named Best International Debut (Men).
He made his Test debut against Australia in Perth on 22 November 2024, taking 3 wickets for 48 runs in 15.2 overs.
His performances in other formats were equally impressive.
Harshit Rana Debut Performances
| Format | Opponent | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Australia | 3/48 in Perth |
| ODI | England | 3 wickets in Nagpur |
| T20I | England | 3 wickets in Pune |
Rana’s ability to deliver across formats made him one of the most exciting young bowlers in Indian cricket.
Shreyanka Patil – Women’s Debut Star
Indian women’s cricketer Shreyanka Patil received the Best International Debut (Women) award.
She made her T20I debut against England in Nottingham on 28 June 2025.
Patil produced a sensational performance, taking 4 wickets for just 12 runs in 3.5 overs.
Her debut performance immediately marked her as a rising star in Indian women’s cricket.
Domestic Cricket Awards
Teamwork 👌
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
Titles 🏆
Presenting the winners of the Best Performance in BCCI Domestic Tournaments for 2024-25 –@MumbaiCricAssoc 👏🙌#NamanAwards pic.twitter.com/bmboSN6mDO
Domestic cricket plays a crucial role in shaping the future of Indian cricket. Several domestic performers were honored at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026.
Naman Awards 2024–25 – Domestic Honours
| Award | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy (Best Women’s Domestic Cricketer) | Era jadhav | Mumbai |
| Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy (Senior Women’s One-Day) | Shafali Verma | Haryana |
| Lala Amarnath Award (Limited Overs All-Rounder) | Ayush Mhatre | Mumbai |
| Lala Amarnath Award (Ranji Trophy All-Rounder) | Harsh Dubey | Vidarbha |
The Mumbai Cricket Association was also honored for its outstanding performance in domestic tournaments.
India’s ICC Champions Honoured
A special segment of the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 was dedicated to celebrating India’s global success.
The BCCI honoured all five Indian teams that won ICC tournaments between 2024 and 2026.
ICC Winning Indian Teams Honoured
| Tournament | Team |
|---|---|
| ICC Men’s T20 World Cup | India Men |
| ICC Champions Trophy | India Men |
| Women’s ODI World Cup | India Women |
| ICC Under-19 World Cup | India U-19 Men |
| ICC Under-19 Women’s World Cup | India U-19 Women |
These victories highlight India’s dominance across all levels of international cricket.
Ayush Mhatre – Rising Star of Indian Cricket
Rewarding all-round brilliance in domestic cricket for 2024-25 💪🏅
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
Make way for the winners of the Lala Amarnath Award 👏#NamanAwards pic.twitter.com/oqzXiqD0qh
India Under-19 captain Ayush Mhatre also received recognition for his domestic performances.
After leading India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup, Mhatre was awarded the Lala Amarnath Award.
Speaking at the ceremony, he said:
“This is very special. We have worked hard for a year, and it is wonderful to see that effort rewarded. Many legendary players are here tonight, and it is exciting to meet them.”
Mhatre also expressed excitement about his future opportunities in professional cricket.
“Sharing the stage with captains like Suryakumar Yadav and Harmanpreet Kaur is a great honour. I am also looking forward to playing in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings.”
Why the BCCI Naman Awards Matter
The BCCI Naman Awards are more than just a celebration ceremony. They serve as an important platform to acknowledge excellence across Indian cricket.
From legendary figures who shaped the sport to emerging stars who represent its future, the awards highlight the depth and strength of Indian cricket.
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 also reflected the remarkable growth of women’s cricket and the success of India’s youth development programs.
Conclusion
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 was a memorable celebration of Indian cricket’s past, present, and future.
With stars like Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana receiving top honours, legends such as Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny, and Mithali Raj being recognized for their lifetime contributions, and rising talents like Harshit Rana, Shreyanka Patil, and Ayush Mhatre stepping into the spotlight, the ceremony showcased the incredible depth of Indian cricket.
As India continues to dominate global cricket and produce world-class talent, events like the BCCI Naman Awards serve as a reminder of the dedication, excellence, and passion that define the sport in the country.
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 not only honored achievements but also celebrated the spirit of cricket that continues to inspire millions of fans across the world.
Experience. Effectiveness. Brilliance 🫡
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
🔹 Highest Wicket-Taker in ODIs for 2024-25
The award goes to #TeamIndia's Deepti Sharma 🏆#NamanAwards | @Deepti_Sharma06 pic.twitter.com/1G5RiZ3hLJ
She arrived on the international stage in style and hasn’t looked back since! 🌟
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 15, 2026
Presenting the 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝘂𝘁 – 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 👉 𝗦𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗶 👏👏#NamanAwards pic.twitter.com/HpMPp2Pq8N
