Sobhana named ICC’s Women’s Player of the Month for January

Sobhana Mostary's stunning performance in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Qualifier has earned her the ICC Women's Player of the Month for January 2026.

At the Qualifier last month, Mostary scored 229 runs at an average of 45.80 and strike rate of 145.85 in the first six matches. She was key to Bangladesh finishing unbeaten in the tournament.

Bangladesh confirmed their spot for the marquee event in June and July with a 39-run win over Thailand. In that contest, Mostary scored her tournament high of 59 and was adjudged the Player of the Match. She followed it up with another brilliant innings of 47 against Scotland.

The star batter was nominated alongside Ireland captain Gaby Lewis and American left-arm pacer Tara Norris.