Synopsis
The BCCI celebrated remarkable achievements in Indian cricket during the Naman Awards, presenting the Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award to Sachin Tendulkar. His 24-year international career has left an indelible mark on the sport, symbolizing excellence and inspiration for future generations.Key Takeaways
- Sachin Tendulkar awarded for lifetime achievement.
- Recognized for a legendary 24-year international career.
- Jasprit Bumrah won Polly Umrigar Award for men.
- Smriti Mandhana received Best International Cricketer Award (Women).
- Mumbai Cricket Association awarded for outstanding domestic performance.
Mumbai, Feb 1 (NationPress) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) celebrated remarkable accomplishments in Indian cricket at the esteemed Naman Awards held on Saturday. A defining moment of the evening was the conferral of the prestigious Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award to Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar, honoring his unmatched contributions to Indian cricket over more than two decades.
This Lifetime Achievement Award recognized the cricket icon's extraordinary 24-year international career, during which he not only achieved personal milestones but also bore the aspirations of an entire nation amidst challenges and victories. It acknowledged the legacy of a player who turned Indian cricket into a global sensation, as stated by the BCCI in a press release on Saturday.
For over twenty years, Tendulkar's bat painted poetry on cricket pitches worldwide, establishing an unparalleled legacy marked by 100 international centuries and 34,357 international runs. From his debut as a 16-year-old talent to becoming the first batsman to notch a double century in ODIs, Tendulkar’s journey was characterized by a relentless quest for excellence. He remains the only cricketer to have played in 200 Test matches. His unmatched dedication, skill, and humility solidified his status as a global sports icon.
In his acceptance speech, Tendulkar expressed deep gratitude for the award, stating, "Deeply honoured to receive the Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award. My cricketing journey, which spanned 24 years was never mine alone; it belonged to every coach’s guidance, every teammate’s trust, every fan’s unwavering support, and my family’s belief, love, and sacrifices.
"This award serves as a reminder to continue giving back to the sport and the community that has provided me with so much. To the @BCCI and every cricket enthusiast: thank you for allowing me to represent India with an open heart and limitless boundaries," Tendulkar remarked on Saturday.
Bumrah Receives Polly Umrigar Award
For the third consecutive time, India’s leading bowler Jasprit Bumrah was honored with the esteemed Polly Umrigar Award for Best International Cricketer (Men) due to his outstanding performances in 2024. Ranked No.1 in the ICC Test rankings, Bumrah claimed 71 wickets from 13 Tests, the highest for any bowler last year. He was also named the Player of the Tournament for his 15 wickets at an impressive average of 8.26, contributing significantly to India’s victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.
Team India’s vice-captain Smriti Mandhana received the Best International Cricketer Award (Women) for the fourth time, showcasing her exceptional batting skills and leadership. Mandhana, who had previously won the award in 2017-18, 2020-21, and 2021-22, concluded 2024 with ODI centuries against New Zealand and Australia, including two consecutive centuries against South Africa. She amassed 747 ODI runs at a remarkable average of 57.46 and also registered her second Test century against Protea Women in Chennai.
The Mumbai Cricket Association was awarded for the Best Performance in BCCI Domestic Tournaments of 2023-24, winning the Ranji Trophy for a record 42nd time and emerging champions in the Senior Women's T20 Trophy, Vijay Merchant Trophy, and the Women's U19 One-Day Trophy.
The BCCI also honored R. Ashwin, who announced his retirement from international cricket after the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with a special BCCI Award recognizing his outstanding international career.
ALL THE AWARD WINNERS
Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Jr Domestic) of 2023-24 -- Ishwari Awasare
Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Best Woman Cricketer (Sr Domestic) of 2023-24 (Sr Women One Day) -- Priya Mishra
Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2023-24 -- Hemchudeshan Jeganathan
Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U16) Vijay Merchant Trophy in 2023-24 -- Lakshya Raichandani
M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2023-24 -- Vishnu Bhardwaj
M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U19) Cooch Behar Trophy in 2023-24 -- Kavya Teotia
M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2023-24 (Plate Group) -- Neizekho Rupreo
M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Wicket-Taker In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2023-24 (Elite Group) -- P. Vidyuth
MA Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter in U23 Col CK Nayudu Trophy in 2023-24 (Plate Group) -- Hem Chetri
M.A. Chidambaram Trophy: Highest Run Getter In (U23) Col. C K Nayudu Trophy in 2023-24 (Elite Group) -- Aneesh KV
Madhavrao Scindia Award Highest wicket-taker in the Ranji Trophy in 2023-24 (Plate Group) -- Tanay Thyagarajan
Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Wicket-Taker In The Ranji Trophy in 2023-24 (Elite Group) -- R. Sai Kishore
Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter In The Ranji Trophy in 2023-24 (Plate Group) -- Agni Chopra
Madhavrao Scindia Award: Highest Run Getter In The Ranji Trophy in 2023-24 (Elite Group) -- Ricky Bhui
Lala Amarnath Award for the Best All-Rounder In Domestic Limited-Overs Competitions, 2023-24 -- Shashank Singh
Lala Amarnath Award for the Best All-Rounder in the Ranji Trophy, 2023-24 -- Tanush Kotian
Best Umpire In Domestic Cricket in 2023-24 -- Akshay Totre
Best Performance in BCCI Domestic Tournaments of 2023-24 -- Mumbai Cricket Association
Highest Wickets in One-Day Internationals - 2023-24 (Women) -- Deepti Sharma
Highest Run Getter in One-Day Internationals -2023-24 (Women) -- Smriti Mandhana
Best International Debut - Women -- Asha Sobhana
Best International Debut - Men -- Sarfaraz Khan
Best International Cricketer - Women -- Smriti Mandhana
Polly Umrigar Award Best International Cricketer - Men -- Jasprit Bumrah
BCCI Special Award Shield -- Ravichandran Ashwin
Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award -- Sachin Tendulkar
