BCCI Naman Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Indian Cricket

The BCCI Naman Awards 2025 was a spectacular event honoring India’s finest cricketers. Held on February 1, 2025, in Mumbai, the prestigious awards recognized outstanding performances in international and domestic cricket, celebrating both established legends and rising stars.

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Key Highlights of the Event

Sachin Tendulkar received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Jasprit Bumrah and Smriti Mandhana were named Best International Cricketers.
Ravichandran Ashwin was honored for his remarkable career.
Sarfaraz Khan and Asha Sobhana won Best International Debut awards.
Mumbai Cricket Association dominated domestic cricket.
Young cricketing talent was recognized across U-19 and junior levels.

Sachin Tendulkar Wins Lifetime Achievement Award

One of the most emotional moments of the night.
Received the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.
With 100 international centuries and over 34,000 runs, his contributions are legendary.
In his speech, he said: “Cricket has given me everything, and I am forever grateful.”

Best International Cricketers of the Year

Jasprit Bumrah – Best International Cricketer (Men)

Recognized for his exceptional performances in 2024.
Key contributions in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and ICC tournaments.

Smriti Mandhana – Best International Cricketer (Women)

Scored over 700 ODI runs in 2024, including four centuries.
Continues to be a pillar of India’s batting lineup.

A Special Tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin

Retired from international cricket in December 2024.
537 Test wickets – India’s second-highest wicket-taker in Tests.
Renowned for his strategic bowling and match-winning performances.

Best International Debuts: Future Stars Shine

Sarfaraz Khan (Men) – Awarded for his remarkable debut against England.
Asha Sobhana (Women) – Honored for her impressive bowling debut against South Africa.

Mumbai Cricket Association Dominates Domestic Cricket

Awarded Best Domestic Team.
Won Ranji Trophy, Senior Women’s T20 Trophy, and Vijay Merchant Trophy.
A testament to Mumbai’s rich cricketing culture.

Top Domestic Cricket Performers Honored

Tanush Kotian – Best All-Rounder in Ranji Trophy.
Shashank Singh – Best All-Rounder in Limited-Overs Cricket.
R Sai Kishore – Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Elite Group).
Tanay Thyagarajan – Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Plate Group).

Recognizing Young Cricketing Talent

Kavya Teotia – Top scorer in U-19 Cooch Behar Trophy.
Vishnu Bhardwaj – Leading wicket-taker in U-19 Cooch Behar Trophy.
Ishwari Awasare – Best Junior Woman Cricketer.

Complete List of BCCI Naman Award Winners 2025

Major Awards

Lifetime Achievement Award: Sachin Tendulkar
Best International Cricketer (Men): Jasprit Bumrah
Best International Cricketer (Women): Smriti Mandhana
Best International Debut (Men): Sarfaraz Khan
Best International Debut (Women): Asha Sobhana
Special Recognition: Ravichandran Ashwin

Domestic Cricket Awards

Best Domestic Team: Mumbai Cricket Association
Best All-Rounder in Ranji Trophy: Tanush Kotian
Best All-Rounder in Limited-Overs Cricket: Shashank Singh
Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Elite Group): R Sai Kishore
Highest Wicket-Taker in Ranji Trophy (Plate Group): Tanay Thyagarajan

Youth Cricket Awards

Best U-19 Batsman: Kavya Teotia
Best U-19 Bowler: Vishnu Bhardwaj
Best Junior Woman Cricketer: Ishwari

Conclusion: A Celebration of Indian Cricket

The BCCI Naman Awards 2025 was a grand celebration of India’s cricketing excellence. From legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ravichandran Ashwin to emerging stars like Sarfaraz Khan and Asha Sobhana, the event honored the best of Indian cricket.

With a strong domestic pipeline and rising international talent, India’s cricketing future looks brighter than ever. The Naman Awards not only honored past and present stars but also set the stage for new heroes to emerge.

As Indian cricket continues to grow, fans can look forward to more thrilling matches, record-breaking performances, and unforgettable moments in the years to come.