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Deepti Sharma has secured the ICC Women’s Player of the Month title for October 2026 marking the second occasion she has received the prestigious recognition. The Indian allrounder emerged ahead of Bangladesh’s Sobhana Mostary and Australia’s Annabel Sutherland following her outstanding performances in the home series against Zimbabwe.
The 29 years old was instrumental in India’s successful limited-overs series making valuable contributions in both departments during the three matches T20I and ODI contests. Across six games, Deepti Sharma accumulated 155 runs and claimed seven scalps helping India complete a clean sweep against Zimbabwe.
“I’m pleased to win the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award,” Deepti said.
“The series against Zimbabwe was a great one for us, and I’m proud of the way the team performed, especially the youngsters. Scoring a century was a particularly special moment for me, made even more meaningful as it contributed to a winning cause.”
An unforgettable October with both bat and ball 🙌 Huge congratulations to @Deepti_Sharma06 on being named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for October 2026 🏆 #TeamIndia https://t.co/X6ar6diggx
— BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) November 13, 2026
This latest recognition adds to Deepti’s growing list of career achievements. Her maiden ICC Women’s Player of the Month title came in December 2023 when she impressed during India’s matches against England and Australia. Almost three years on, the seasoned Indian allrounder has earned the monthly accolade for a second time.
“I would like to thank the voting panel and fans for this recognition, as well as my teammates and coaches for their continued support, I would like to dedicate this award to my fans across the world.” she added.
Deepti made an immediate impact in the T20I series, scoring a brisk 49 from 37 balls in the first game in Raipur. Her knock rescued India from a precarious 19/4 situation and played a key part in their win. The all-rounder also took two wickets during the three-match contest, which India swept 3-0.
She maintained her impressive run in the ODI series, claiming two scalps in the opening fixture before delivering a memorable display in the second match at Vadodara.
Coming in at No. 6, Deepti hammered an unbeaten 106 from 86 balls, which included 15 fours. The knock marked her second hundred in ODIs and her first since her remarkable 188 against Ireland in May 2017. She followed it up with figures of 3/32, helping India secure a commanding 121-run win and clinch the series.
Her performances with both bat and ball made Deepti one of the most influential players in women’s international cricket during October. The latest ICC honour highlights her sustained excellence and importance to the Indian side.
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