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Ollie Robinson named England cricketer of the year
Ollie Robinson was named England’s cricketer of the year at an awards event at Lord’s.
The 32-year-old fast bowler had spent more than two years out of favour with England’s selectors before returning to the Test side this year.
He took 28 wickets in four Tests against New Zealand and Pakistan, at an average of about 9.3 runs per wicket.
His performances earned him the Bob Willis Trophy, named after the former England captain and pace bowler.
The award recognises Robinson’s strong return to international cricket after a long absence.
He is expected to play a major role in England’s upcoming red-ball schedule, including tours to South Africa and Bangladesh and a Test in Melbourne against Australia.
Middlesex bowler Naavya Sharma also won the young cricketer of the year award after a breakthrough season.
Ollie Robinson was named England cricketer of the year at the Vitality Cricket Media Club Awards at Lord’s.
The 32-year-old seam bowler took 28 wickets in four Tests against New Zealand and Pakistan this year.
Most reports gave his average as 9.32, while BBC Sport reported 9.30.
Robinson had spent more than two years out of favour with England selectors before returning to the team.
He said he had loved playing for England again and hoped there was more to come.
- Who
- Ollie Robinson, England seam bowler.
- What
- He was named England cricketer of the year and received the Bob Willis Trophy.
- When
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
- Where
- At the Vitality Cricket Media Club Awards at Lord’s.
- Why
- His performances included 28 wickets in four Tests against New Zealand and Pakistan.
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Robinson returned to international cricket after more than two years out of favour with England selectors.
He took 28 wickets in four Tests against New Zealand and Pakistan.
Robinson was named England cricketer of the year at the awards at Lord’s.
- Award
- England cricketer of the year
- Trophy
- Bob Willis Trophy
- Wickets
- 28 in four Tests
- Opponents
- New Zealand and Pakistan
- Venue
- Lord’s
- Young cricketer of the year
- Naavya Sharma
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What people are saying
It’s a huge honour to receive this award. After spending such a long time away from the England side, to come back and have the summer I’ve had has been incredibly special
There were certainly some tough moments along the way, which makes receiving recognition like this mean even more.
I’ve absolutely loved being back playing for England and hopefully there’s plenty more to come.