Champions Trophy: The ICC Champions Trophy, a global sporting event often referred to as the ‘mini World Cup’, has been a platform where cricket legends have showcased their talent.
Among all the awards, the Golden Bat and Golden Ball awards are the coveted and stand out ones, which honour the tournament’s top run-scorer and highest wicket-taker respectively. These awards not only highlight individual talent but also add a layer of excitement and prestige to the competition.
List of ICC Champions Trophy Golden Bat Winners
Over the years, several batsmen have etched their names into the annals of cricketing history by clinching the Golden Bat. Here’s a comprehensive list:
| Year | Player | Team | Runs |
| 1998 | Philo Wallace | West Indies | 221 |
| 2000 | Sourav Ganguly | India | 348 |
| 2002 | Virender Sehwag | India | 271 |
| 2004 | Marcus Trescothick | England | 261 |
| 2006 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | 474 |
| 2009 | Ricky Ponting | Australia | 288 |
| 2013 | Shikhar Dhawan | India | 363 |
| 2017 | Shikhar Dhawan | India | 338 |
| 2025 | Rachin Ravindra | New Zealand | 263 |
Notable Performances:
- Shikhar Dhawan’s Dominance: Dhawan’s back-to-back Golden Bats in 2013 and 2017 underscore his consistency and flair in ICC tournaments.
- Chris Gayle’s 2006 Feat: Accumulating 474 runs, Gayle set a record for the most runs in a single edition, showcasing his explosive batting style.
List of ICC Champions Trophy Golden Ball Winners
Bowlers have equally made their mark in the Champions Trophy. Here’s a list of those who have donned the Golden Ball:
| Year | Player | Team | Wickets |
| 1998 | Jacques Kallis | South Africa | 8 |
| 2000 | Venkatesh Prasad | India | 8 |
| 2002 | Muttiah Muralitharan | Sri Lanka | 10 |
| 2004 | Andrew Flintoff | England | 9 |
| 2006 | Jerome Taylor | West Indies | 13 |
| 2009 | Wayne Parnell | South Africa | 11 |
| 2013 | Ravindra Jadeja | India | 12 |
| 2017 | Hasan Ali | Pakistan | 13 |
| 2025 | Matt Henry | New Zealand | 10 |
Highlights:
- Jerome Taylor and Hasan Ali’s Record: Both bowlers share the record for the most wickets in a single edition, with 13 scalps each in 2006 and 2017, respectively.
- Matt Henry’s 2025 Performance: Despite playing only four matches, Henry’s 10 wickets were pivotal in New Zealand’s campaign, earning him the Golden Ball.
Spotlight on the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy
The 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy was a spectacle of cricketing excellence. Two New Zealand players stood out:
- Rachin Ravindra: With 263 runs in four innings, averaging 65.75 and a strike rate of 112, Ravindra clinched the Golden Bat. His two centuries made him the first New Zealander to achieve multiple hundreds in a single Champions Trophy edition.
- Matt Henry: Securing 10 wickets at an average of 16.70 and an economy rate of 5.32, Henry’s performances were instrumental in New Zealand’s journey to the finals.
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