Melie Kerr in action©
New Zealand all-rounder Melie Kerr was named the ICC Women's Player of the Month on Tuesday for her exceptional performance in the month of October. She was honored with both Player of the Final and Player of the Tournament awards. Kerr later continued her form during New Zealand's tour of India. This was the second time the Kiwi all-rounder had won the award, having previously claimed it in February 2022.
“It is an honor to receive this award as there are so many world class cricketers around the world who also deserve it. For me it is a special month with the World Cup win and something that means so much to myself, the team, means., coaches on the road, NZ and my family, without these people I wouldn't be able to do what I do,” said Melie Kerr, quoted by the ICC.
The 24-year-old was named Player of the Match in the T20 World Cup final after scoring a crucial 43 and taking three wickets to lead New Zealand to their World Cup victory. Her exploits during the tournament were vital for New Zealand.
She took 15 wickets, setting a tournament record for most wickets in a single edition, and combined with the bat scoring 135 runs in her six appearances, making her the Player of the Tournament.
Kerr continued her form after the World Cup as New Zealand went straight to India for a three-match ODI series. She played just a solitary match in the Indian subcontinent and left a strong impression by taking a four-wicket haul and scoring an unbeaten 25 off 23 balls with the bat.
In total, Kerr scored 160 runs and took 19 wickets from just seven appearances in the month of October, becoming the ICC Women's Player of the Month.
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