India, April 14 -- The ICC Player of the Month awards for March have been announced following voting by global fans registered with the ICC, as well as a specialist panel comprising renowned former international cricketers and media personnel. Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson clinched the prestigious ICC award in the men's category, beating his teammate Jasprit Bumrah after his heroics in India's T20 World Cup-winning campaign. He also finished ahead of South African Batter Connor Esterhuizen, who impressed in his breakout series against New Zealand in March.

"Winning the ICC Player of the Month award is an incredible feeling, especially as it comes during what has been the most unforgettable phase of my cricketing journey. Playin...