Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Nathan Smith Wins ICC Player of the Month
Nathan Smith, a fast bowler from New Zealand, won a special award called the ICC Men's Player of the Month for June 2026.
He got this award because he played really well in a cricket series against England.
New Zealand won the series 2-1, and Smith was very important in their victory.
He took a lot of wickets and helped his team even when other players were injured.
He said he was happy to win the award but was more excited about helping his team win.
He took 16 wickets in the series and also scored some runs with the bat.
His best performance was in the first Test where he took 6 wickets and helped New Zealand win that match.
Nathan Smith won the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for June 2026.
He played a key role in New Zealand's 2-1 Test series victory over England.
Smith took 16 wickets in the series at an average of 23.
He stepped up to lead the bowling attack due to injuries to other players.
His standout performance was a 6-70 in the second innings of the opening Test at Lord's.
- Who
- Nathan Smith, a New Zealand seamer
- What
- Won the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for June 2026
- When
- June 2026
- Where
- England
- Why
- For his outstanding performances in the Test series against England
- Player
- Nathan Smith
- Award
- ICC Men's Player of the Month
- Month
- June 2026
- Team
- New Zealand
- Opponent
- England
- Series Result
- New Zealand won 2-1
- Wickets Taken
- 16
- Average
- 23
