ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2026 : New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr has been awarded the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2026 after delivering a series of exceptional performances against Zimbabwe and South Africa. Her consistent impact with both bat and ball made her one of the standout performers in international women’s cricket during the month.
Record-Breaking Impact in ODIs
In four One Day Internationals, Kerr showcased her all-round dominance by scoring 176 runs at a strike rate of 78.57 while also taking 18 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 3.77. She played a key role in New Zealand’s 3–0 series sweep over Zimbabwe and was named Player of the Series for her match-winning contributions.
One of her most memorable performances came in the second ODI, where she delivered a sensational spell, taking 7 wickets for just 34 runs, underlining her ability to turn matches single-handedly.
Dominance in T20 Cricket
Kerr’s brilliance was not limited to ODIs. In six T20 internationals, she scored 276 runs at a strike rate of 158.62 and also picked up six wickets. She continued her remarkable consistency in the shortest format, registering 11 consecutive scores of 30 or more.
Her all-round performance helped New Zealand secure a 4–1 T20 series win over South Africa, where she was also named Player of the Series.
Strong Competition for the Award
Kerr faced tough competition for the monthly ICC honour. England’s Beth Mooney impressed with consistent batting performances against India and the West Indies, while South Africa’s Ayabonga Khaka stood out as the leading wicket-taker in the T20 series in New Zealand and later delivered a career-best performance in her first ODI of the tour.
Despite strong performances from her rivals, Kerr’s overall dominance across both formats made her the clear choice for the ICC award.
Third ICC Monthly Honour for Kerr
This latest recognition marks the third time Amelia Kerr has been named ICC Women’s Player of the Month, further strengthening her reputation as one of the most influential all-rounders in modern women’s cricket.