The ongoing T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies is about to end, and we have witnessed numerous thrilling games and incredible performances by top-notch players. Many players did wonders for their respective teams throughout the group stages, Super Eight, and semifinals. And now we have the finalists, India and South Africa. Anticipation is high regarding which of these teams could win the mega event.
Another buzzing question is who will receive the Man of the Tournament award. Will an experienced player take the trophy home, or will a new name surprise everyone? After watching the T20 World Cup, we have shortlisted five names that look like strong contenders. Let’s take a look at three players who are possible candidates to win the Player of the Tournament award for the T20 World Cup 2024.
Players who could win Player of the Tournament in T20 WC 2024
| Players | Team | Role |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | Bowler |
| Anrich Nortje | South Africa | Bowler |
| Fazal Farooqi | Afghanistan | Bowler |
Jasprit Bumrah
If we look closely, all three names are bowlers. In T20 cricket, where batters often receive the most laurels. This list reflects the contributions of bowlers more, in a format which is dominated by batters and when it comes to bowlers One name that is no surprise is Jasprit Bumrah, from India. Bumrah has been incredible for the men in blue, picking up 15 wickets in eight games with a bowling economy rate below six. Apart from taking wickets, his ability to control runs in this World Cup has been consistently impressive. His performance against Pakistan, where he took 3/14, remains one of the best in the tournament. Bumrah looks like a genuine contender for the Man of the Tournament trophy.
Anrich Nortje
Another bowler on the list is South Africa’s Anrich Nortje, whose presence in this list is not surprising as the Proteas pacer currently stands second on the wicket-taking chart. He has picked up 13 wickets in just 7 matches with a bowling average of 7.78.
Since South Africa is looking for their first ICC silverware, Nortje’s performances with the ball are proving boon for the Proteas.
Fazal Farooqi
With 17 wickets in eight games, Afghanistan’s Fazalhaq Farooqi currently leads with the most wickets in the T20 World Cup 2024. However, his team did not qualify for the finals after being decimated by South Africa, who bundled them out for just 56 runs in the semifinals.
But without a doubt, Farooqi has been a standout performer throughout the tournament, especially during the group stages and Super 8. He is also a strong contender for the prestigious Player of the Tournament award.
