Muhammad Waseem and Chloe Tryon Named ICC Players of the Month for May 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has honoured Muhammad Waseem of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Chloe Tryon of South Africa as the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for May 2025. Waseem, a dynamic top-order batter and captain, delivered standout performances in both ODIs and T20Is, while Tryon impressed as an all-rounder during South Africa’s tour of Sri Lanka. The award recognises their consistency, match-winning efforts, and growing impact on international cricket.

Why in News?

The ICC Player of the Month Awards for May 2025 were recently announced, recognising players who delivered exceptional individual performances in international cricket. Muhammad Waseem was instrumental in UAE’s historic T20I series win against Bangladesh. Chloe Tryon stood out in the Sri Lanka ODI Tri-Series, securing her first monthly ICC award.

Muhammad Waseem – Men’s Player of the Month (May 2025)

• Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Age: 31
• Awarded for: Consistent performances in both ODIs and T20Is

Stats

• 169 runs in 5 ODIs in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2
• T20I scores: 54 and 82 vs Bangladesh in Sharjah
• Named Player of the Series in T20I series (UAE won 2-1)
• Previous Win: Also won ICC Player of the Month in April 2024
• Shortlisted Candidates: Brendon McMullen (Scotland), Milind Kumar (USA)
• “Our aim is now to beat bigger teams and make our presence felt at global events,” said Waseem.

Chloe Tryon – Women’s Player of the Month (May 2025)

• Country: South Africa
• Awarded for: All-round performance in the Sri Lanka ODI Tri-Series

Stats

• 176 runs at a strike rate of 131.34 in 3 matches
• Wickets: 6, including a five-wicket haul (5/34) with a hat-trick
• Notable innings: 67 vs India, 74 and 35 vs Sri Lanka
• Shortlisted Candidates: Haley Matthews (WI), Jemimah Rodrigues (IND)
• “It’s been a long time coming, and I’m glad everything came together on that tour,” said Tryon.

Significance

• Promotes associate cricket nations (like UAE)
• Encourages women’s cricket visibility globally
• Recognises performances beyond just top-ranked teams