Ben Duckett has impressed with his fearless batting at the top, bringing flair and stability to England’s aggressive Test approach this year.
Joe Root continues to display his trademark class, anchoring England’s innings in 2025 and proving yet again why he’s among the finest modern Test batters.
Rishabh Pant’s return to Test cricket has been explosive, as he combines flair and aggression to score match-defining runs for India in crucial moments.
Shubman Gill has been India’s most dependable top-order batter this year, converting his starts into big scores and solidifying his place as a future Test great.
Ravindra Jadeja’s all-round brilliance continues to shine as he dominates with the bat in 2025, maintaining an astonishing average and contributing crucial knocks for India.
Wiaan Mulder has been a revelation for South Africa in Tests this year, showing remarkable consistency with both bat and temperament, making him one of the most reliable all-rounders in 2025.