Batsmen in T20 cricket are expected to play aggressively and fast from the start in order to generate a high total for their team. A good performance by a batter, whether in the first or second innings, is critical to the team’s score. Several batsmen have been distinguished for their great performances throughout the history of the T20 World Cup, receiving the title of Man of the Match. Because of the fast-paced nature of T20, these players must be able to adjust rapidly and have an immediate impact on the game.
In the final session of the T20 World Cup 2021, Australian opener David Warner was crucial in helping Australia win the World Cup by the most runs.
Check out the list of T20 World Cup winners. Now, from 2007 to 2021, let’s look at the players who won Man of the Series in the T20 World Cup.
1. Shahid Afridi (Player of the tournament in 2007)
Former Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi was named Man of the Series in the 2007 T20 World Cup. Pakistan reached the final and faced India, but was unable to defeat India and thus lost the competition. As a result, India became the first T20 World Champion. Throughout the season, the Pakistani all-rounder took 12 wickets, scored 91 runs, and his best performance with the bat was 46 runs.
2. Tillakaratne Dilshan (Player of the tournamen in 2009)
Tilakaratne Dilshan, a former all-rounder for Sri Lanka, was named Man of the Series in the 2009 T20 World. Pakistan and Sri Lanka met in the final round of the 2009 T20 World Cup at Lord’s. Sri Lanka couldn’t put up a big total and lost the final, but Dilshan got the award Man of the Series for his 317 runs at an average of 52.83 with three fifties. Despite being out for 0 runs twice in the series, he became the series’ leading scorer and the only player to reach 300 runs.
3. Kevin Pietersen (Player of the tournament in 2010)
Former England captain Kevin Pietersen was Man of the Series in the T20 World 2010. While playing against Australia in the final competition of the 2010 T20 World Cup, Australia set a target of 148 runs for England, which England easily met in 17 overs. Kevin Pietersen scored 47 runs in that match and 248 runs overall at an average of 62 and a strike rate of 137.77. In the T20 World Cup 2010, he scored an unbeaten 73 runs, including two fifties.
4. Shane Watson (Player of the tournament in 2012)
Australia did not progress to the final round of the T20 World Cup 2012, but Australian all-rounder Shane Watson was named Man of the Series for his overall performance. West Indies won the championship after defeating Sri Lanka in the final. Shane Watson led the run scorers with 249 runs at an average of 49.80 and a strike rate of 150.00, and he was the second-highest wicket-taker with 11 wickets at an economy of 7.33 and an average of 16.00.
5. Virat Kohli (Player of the tournament in 2014)
Virat Kohli, the Indian team’s run-making machine, was Man of the Series in the T20 World Cup 2014. Sri Lanka won the 2014 T20 World Cup, but Virat Kohli was named Man of the Series after scoring 319 runs at an average of 106.33 with a strike rate of 123.45. Kohli was unstoppable throughout the tournament, hitting four fifties, including ten sixes and 24 fours. India and Sri Lanka faced off in the final competition, with India capable of scoring 130 runs. In that match, Virat added 77 off 58 balls, but India could not save the total and lost by 6 wickets.
6. Virat Kohli (Player of the tournament in 2016)
Virat Kohli was Man of the Series in the 2016 T20 World Cup. India was defeated by West Indies in the semi-final round, preventing them from reaching the final. He is the only player in T20 World Cup history to be named Man of the Series twice. The final was played between England and the West Indies, and while the Windies won the cup, Indian batsman Virat Kohli was named Man of the Series. He scored 273 runs at an average of 136.50 with a strike rate of 146.77 in the 2016 World Cup. He hit the three fifties with the most fours (29 in the tournament).
7. David Warner (Player of the tournament 2021)
David Warner, an Australian left-handed opener, was T20 World Cup 2021 Man of the Series. Australia faced New Zealand in the final competition of the T20 World Cup 2021 at Dubai (DSC), where New Zealand set a target of 173 for Australia, which they easily achieved thanks to the mind-blowing batting of David Warner and Mitchell Marsh. Australia won the T20 World Cup for the first time, with Mitchell Marsh named Man of the Match and Warner named Man of the Tournament.
8. Sam Curran (Player of the tournament 2022)
In the history of the T20 World Cup, Sam Curran is the only specialized bowler to receive this honor. In six innings, he has claimed 13 wickets, including three against Pakistan in the championship game.
List of Players of the Tournament in ICC T20 World Cup
| Player | Team | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | 2007 |
| Tillakaratne Dilshan | Sri Lanka | 2009 |
| Kevin Pieterson | England | 2010 |
| Shane Watson | Australia | 2012 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 2014 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 2016 |
| David Warner | Australia | 2021 |
| Sam Curran | England | 2022 |
FAQS
Who was the Man of the tournament of T20 World Cup 2007?
Shahid Afridi (2007 T20 World Cup)
With his quick leg spin, he was Pakistan’s main strike bowler, but his miserly economy of 6.71 hurt the opposition significantly. His best game was against Scotland when he had 4/19.
Who is the man of the series in T20 2021?
David Warner of Australia was named Man of the Series at the ICC T20 World Cup 2021.
How many teams will be selected from the Super 12?
The top 11 teams from the previous ICC Men’s T20 World Cup automatically qualify for the next edition, with the top eight advancing to the Super 12 stage.
How many times India has won T20 World Cup?
In 2007, India won the T20 World Cup for the first time. In 2007, India defeated Pakistan in the final by 5 runs to win the first World T20 trophy.
What is India’s highest score in T20?
In 2017, India scored its highest total (260 runs) against Sri Lanka.