The BCCI’s Naman awards on March 15 in New Delhi are generating massive anticipation. Rahul Dravid, India’s ex-head coach, is the overwhelming favorite for the Colonel CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, saluting his lifelong dedication.
His masterminding of the 2024 T20 World Cup victory caps a career of resilience and mentorship. Turning to current form, Shubman Gill’s 2025 stats are award-worthy: 983 Test runs, with a tour de force of 754 in England (avg 75.40, 10 inns), enabling India’s 2-2 tie. ODI contributions hit 490 runs, 188 from Champions Trophy.
Gill’s trajectory eyes Men’s Cricketer of the Year and Polly Umrigar Award, proving his mettle beyond T20 absences. National teams dominating 2024-2025—men’s T20 WC, men’s CT, women’s ODI WC, U19 squads—will share the spotlight.
Domestic accolades abound: Mumbai Cricket Association’s third consecutive Best Association win. Ranji Elite’s Yash Dubey-Yash Rathod pair for Madhavrao Scindia Award (wickets/runs). Dubey, India A allrounder, possibly Lala Amarnath recipient. Ulhas Gandhe for umpiring excellence.
U16 Vijay Merchant Trophy toppers Shantanu Singh and Yashvardhan Singh Chauhan get Jagmohan Dalmiya honors. U19 Cooch Behar leaders Nitya Pandey and Hemchudan for MA Chidambaram Trophy. This ceremony weaves a tapestry of cricket achievement, honoring past giants and future stars alike.