Courtesy: BCCI WomenNew Delhi,Nov 13, 2026 19:07 ISTIndia all-rounder Deepti Sharma has been named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for October 2026, earning the honour for the second time in her career. Deepti beat Bangladesh's Sobhana Mostary and Australia's Annabel Sutherland to claim the award after an impressive series against Zimbabwe at home.The 29-year-old played a crucial role in India's dominant white-ball campaign, contributing with both bat and ball across the three T20Is and three ODIs.

She finished the month with 155 runs and seven wickets in six international matches as India remained unbeaten against Zimbabwe.“I’m pleased to win the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award," Deepti said."The series against Zimbabwe was a great one for us, and I’m proud of the way the team performed, especially the youngsters. "Scoring a century was a particularly special moment for me, made even more meaningful as it contributed to a winning cause."The award marks another milestone in Deepti's career. She first won the ICC Women's Player of the Month honour in December 2023, following her outstanding performances against England and Australia.

Nearly three years later, the experienced all-rounder has added a second monthly award to her collection. “I would like to thank the voting panel and fans for this recognition, as well as my teammates and coaches for their continued support," she added."I would like to dedicate this award to my fans across the world.”DEEPTI IMPRESSES AGAINST ZIMBABWEDeepti's contributions began in the T20I series, where she struck a quickfire 49 off 37 deliveries in the opening match in Raipur. Her innings helped India recover from a difficult position at 19/4 and set up a victory.

She also picked up two wickets across the three-match series as India completed a 3-0 sweep.She carried that form into the ODI leg, picking up two wickets in the series opener before producing her standout performance in the second match in Vadodara.Batting at No. 6, Deepti smashed an unbeaten 106 off just 86 deliveries, striking 15 boundaries.

It was her second ODI century and her first in the format since scoring 188 against Ireland in May 2017. She also claimed three wickets for 32 runs as India registered a 121-run victory to seal the series.Deepti's all-round contributions ensured she finished October among the standout performers in women's international cricket.

Her second ICC monthly award is further recognition of her consistency and value to the Indian team.- Ends