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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) hosted the prestigious Naman Awards 2026 on 15th March 2026, celebrating the best performers across Indian cricket. This annual event recognizes both domestic and international excellence, highlighting rising stars and legendary players alike.
Legendary Recognition: Lifetime Achievement Awards
The evening’s biggest highlight was the Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, the BCCI’s highest honor, awarded to cricketing icons:
- Rahul Dravid - The Wall of Indian Cricket
- Mithali Raj - Leading Lady of Indian Cricket
- Roger Binny - Former World Cup Winner
Their remarkable contributions on and off the field were celebrated, honoring decades of dedication.
International Cricket Stars Who Shone
Top international performers of 2024-25 were recognized for their exceptional contributions:
- Shubman Gill - Best International Cricketer (Men)
- Smriti Mandhana - Best International Cricketer (Women) & Highest Run-Getter in ODIs (Women)
- Deepti Sharma - Highest Wickets in ODIs (Women)
- Harshit Rana - Best International Debut (Men)
- N Sree Charani – Best International Debut (Women)
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Rising Stars: Domestic Cricket Achievers
The Naman Awards also highlighted standout performers from domestic cricket across various age groups. Here’s the complete list of winners:
| S. No | Award / Trophy | Category | Winner | Team / State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Best Woman Cricketer (Jr Domestic) | Ira Jadhav | Mumbai |
| 2 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Best Woman Cricketer (Sr Domestic) | Shafali Verma | Haryana |
| 3 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U16 Vijay Merchant - Elite) | Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan | Madhya Pradesh |
| 4 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U16 Vijay Merchant - Plate) | Kishan Sarkar | Tripura |
| 5 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U16 Vijay Merchant - Elite) | Shanthanu Singh | Uttar Pradesh |
| 6 | Jagmohan Dalmiya Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U16 Vijay Merchant - Plate) | Pritam Raj | Bihar |
| 7 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U19 Cooch Behar - Elite) | Hemchudeshan J | Tamil Nadu |
| 8 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U19 Cooch Behar - Plate) | Arkajit Roy | Tripura |
| 9 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U19 Cooch Behar - Elite) | Nitya J Pandya | Baroda |
| 10 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U19 Cooch Behar - Plate) | Ragavan Ramamoorthy | Puducherry |
| 11 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U23 Col. C K Nayudu - Elite) | Vicky Ostwal | Maharashtra |
| 12 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Wicket-Taker (U23 Col. C K Nayudu - Plate) | Dipjyoti Saikia | Assam |
| 13 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U23 Col. C K Nayudu - Elite) | Macneil H N | Karnataka |
| 14 | M.A. Chidambaram Trophy | Highest Run-Getter (U23 Col. C K Nayudu - Plate) | R Jashwanth Shreeram | Puducherry |
| 15 | Madhavrao Scindia Award | Highest Wicket-Taker (Ranji Trophy - Elite) | Harsh Dubey | Vidarbha |
| 16 | Madhavrao Scindia Award | Highest Wicket-Taker (Ranji Trophy - Plate) | Suchith J | Nagaland |
| 17 | Madhavrao Scindia Award | Highest Run-Getter (Ranji Trophy - Elite) | Y V Rathod | Vidarbha |
| 18 | Madhavrao Scindia Award | Highest Run-Getter (Ranji Trophy - Plate) | Snehal Kauthankar | Goa |
| 19 | Lala Amarnath Award | Best All-Rounder in Domestic Limited-Overs | Ayush Mhatre | Mumbai |
| 20 | Lala Amarnath Award | Best All-Rounder in Ranji Trophy | Harsh Dubey | Vidarbha |
| 21 | BCCI Domestic Performance Award | Best Performance in Domestic Tournaments | Mumbai Cricket Association | – |
| 22 | BCCI Award | Best Umpire in Domestic Cricket | Ulhas Gandhe | Vidarbha CA |
| 23 | BCCI Award | Highest Wickets in ODIs (Women) | Deepti Sharma | India |
| 24 | BCCI Award | Highest Run-Getter in ODIs (Women) | Smriti Mandhana | India |
| 25 | BCCI Award | Best International Debut (Women) | N Sree Charani | India |
| 26 | BCCI Award | Best International Debut (Men) | Harshit Rana | India |
| 27 | BCCI Award | Best International Cricketer (Women) | Smriti Mandhana | India |
| 28 | Polly Umrigar Award | Best International Cricketer (Men) | Shubman Gill | India |
| 29 | Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award | Lifetime Achievement | Roger Binny | India |
| 30 | Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award | Lifetime Achievement | Rahul Dravid | India |
| 31 | Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award | Lifetime Achievement | Mithali Raj | India |
Conclusion: A Night of Cricketing Excellence
The Naman Awards 2026 celebrated both legends and future stars of Indian cricket. With players like Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana shining internationally and domestic talents making their mark, the awards highlighted the strength, depth, and bright future of Indian cricket.
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