Mitchell Starc Named ICC Men's Player of the Month for December 2025

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc was named ICC Men's Player of the Month for December 2025 following his outstanding performance in the home Ashes series against England. Starc took 31 wickets, including a ten-wicket haul in Perth, and scored two crucial half-centuries, contributing significantly with both ball and bat. His consistent impact helped Australia secure a convincing series win. Starc was selected over other contenders like New Zealand's Jacob Duffy and West Indies' Justin Greaves, marking Australia's first Player of the Month award since Pat Cummins in December 2023.