English pace bowler Ollie Robinson has capped off an unforgettable international comeback by winning the Bob Willis Award as England's Men's Cricketer of the Year at the Vitality Cricket Media Club Awards held at Lord's on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Having been sidelined from international selection for over two years—following his last Test appearance against India in Ranchi in February 2024—the 32-year-old seamer made a triumphant return in June against New Zealand at Lord's, claiming seven wickets. He followed that up with a stellar performance against Pakistan, bagging 21 wickets across three Tests to spearhead England's home series victory. In total, Robinson captured 28 wickets across four matches at an astonishing bowling average of 9.32.
Read nextOver 900,000 Ticket Applications Received for Bangladesh vs. England 2027 World Cup Match in NamibiaReflecting on his accolade, Robinson stated, "It is a massive honor to receive this award. Coming back after being away from the England team for so long and having the summer I did was truly special." With upcoming red-ball tours to South Africa and Bangladesh on the horizon, alongside the historic 150th-anniversary Test against Australia, Robinson is poised to remain a cornerstone of England's bowling attack.
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