BCCI Naman Awards 2026 will honour Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj with the prestigious C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.
Emotional BCCI Naman Awards 2026: Dravid, Binny and Mithali Receive Lifetime Honour
The upcoming BCCI Naman Awards 2026 will celebrate three legendary figures of Indian cricket as Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj are set to receive the prestigious Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.
This award is the highest honour presented by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and recognises individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to Indian cricket.
The ceremony will take place during the BCCI Naman Awards, scheduled to be held on Sunday.
Roger Binny’s Contribution to Indian Cricket
Former all-rounder Roger Binny played a key role in shaping Indian cricket history.
Binny represented India in 27 Test matches and 72 One Day Internationals and was part of the historic squad that won the 1983 Cricket World Cup.
During that iconic tournament, he finished as the leading wicket-taker, helping India secure its first-ever World Cup title.
After his playing career, Binny continued to contribute to the sport by:
- Coaching the India Under-19 team that won the 2000 World Cup
- Serving as a national selector
- Later becoming president of the BCCI
Rahul Dravid’s Legendary Career
Rahul Dravid remains one of the most respected figures in international cricket.
Over the course of his career, Dravid played 509 international matches, scoring more than 24,000 runs and taking over 400 catches.
He famously captained India to a historic Test series victory in England in 2007.
Following his retirement, Dravid transitioned successfully into coaching roles, working with:
- India Under-19 team
- India A
- India national team
He later guided India to victory in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as head coach.
Mithali Raj’s Historic Achievements
Mithali Raj is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in women’s cricket.
During her illustrious career, she played 333 international matches and became the first woman cricketer to score over 10,000 runs in international cricket.
As captain, Mithali also led India to two ICC Women’s World Cup finals, cementing her legacy as one of the sport’s greatest leaders.
Major Winners at BCCI Naman Awards
Alongside the lifetime honours, several players will receive awards for their performances during the 2024-25 season.
Top International Awards
- Best International Cricketer (Men): Shubman Gill
- Best International Cricketer (Women): Smriti Mandhana
ODI Performance Awards
- Highest Wickets (Women ODIs): Deepti Sharma
- Highest Runs (Women ODIs): Smriti Mandhana
Best International Debut
- Men: Harshit Rana
- Women: N Sree Charani
Domestic Cricket Awards Highlights
Several domestic stars were also recognised for their outstanding performances.
Key award winners include:
- Ranji Trophy Highest Wicket-Taker (Elite Group): Harsh Dubey
- Ranji Trophy Highest Run-Scorer (Elite Group): Yash Rathod
- Best All-Rounder in Domestic Limited Overs: Ayush Mhatre
These awards highlight the growing depth of talent within India’s domestic cricket system.
Conclusion
The BCCI Naman Awards 2026 will serve as a special celebration of Indian cricket’s past and present.
With legends like Rahul Dravid, Roger Binny and Mithali Raj receiving lifetime honours and current stars like Shubman Gill and Smriti Mandhana winning major awards, the event showcases the incredible journey and future of Indian cricket.
