Root and Sciver-Brunt head PCA awards shortlist

The shortlist for the 2021 PCA awards has been announced, with Joe Root and Nat Sciver-Brunt leading the pack in the nominations. Root, the England cricket captain, has had an outstanding year with both the bat and as a leader of the team.

Meanwhile, Sciver-Brunt has also had an impressive year, excelling in both the women’s and mixed-gender formats of the game. Both players will be hoping to add another accolade to their already impressive careers.

Other players on the shortlist include Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, Heather Knight, and Sarah Taylor. The winners will be announced at a ceremony next month, where the best of the best in English cricket will be honored.

The PCA awards are a prestigious event in the cricketing calendar, with players and fans alike eagerly awaiting the results. Root and Sciver-Brunt will no doubt be looking to continue their strong form in the upcoming matches leading up to the awards ceremony.

Overall, the shortlist for the PCA awards showcases the incredible talent and dedication of England’s cricket stars, and the competition is sure to be fierce as the winners are revealed.