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Shamar Joseph and Amy Hunter Named ICC Players of the Month for January.

Sports | Dated: 14 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph and Ireland's Amy Hunter as the ICC Men's and Women's Players of the Month for January 2026. Joseph was rewarded for his heroics in the Test win against Australia at the Gabba.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Shamar Joseph took 7 wickets in the second innings at the Gabba despite an injury.
  • Amy Hunter impressed with her rapid run-scoring in T20Is against Zimbabwe.
  • This is the first ICC monthly award for both players.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Men's Winner: Shamar Joseph.
  • Women's Winner: Amy Hunter.
  • Month: Jan 2026.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which West Indies cricketer was named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for January 2026?

Correct Answer: Shamar Joseph

🚀 Quick Recap:

About ICC Awards

  • Started – Jan 2021
  • Frequency – Monthly