The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday hosted its prestigious annual awards ceremony for 2025, celebrating the standout performances from Indian cricketers across various formats. This year’s awards saw some of the biggest names in cricket being recognised, including legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Jasprit Bumrah, and Smriti Mandhana.The Col. C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred upon Sachin Tendulkar, India's cricketing icon and one of the greatest to have ever played the game. Tendulkar, who still holds the records for the most runs in both Test and ODI cricket, received the award for his outstanding contribution to Indian and world cricket. His legacy continues to inspire generations of cricketers, and the BCCI's recognition cements his place as a living legend of the sport.Jasprit Bumrah, India's spearhead in fast bowling, claimed the Polly Umrigar Award for the Best International Cricketer (Men) for the third time, following his extraordinary year in 2023-24. Bumrah played a pivotal role in India's success, especially in the T20 World Cup, where his match-winning performances helped the team secure its first title in 17 years. He also excelled in Tests, finishing 2024 as the highest wicket-taker with 71 scalps. This marks his third Polly Umrigar Award win, making him one of the most decorated players in the award's history. Only Virat Kohli has won it more times.In the women's category, Smriti Mandhana was honoured with the Best International Cricketer (Women) award for the third time, having already won it in the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons. Mandhana had a stellar year, particularly in ODIs, where she amassed 747 runs at an average of 57.46, including a record four centuries. Her remarkable consistency and ability to perform on the international stage earned her the prestigious recognition.Alongside the major awards, several others were given to players and officials across different categories. Notable mentions include Sarfaraz Khan and Asha Sobhana, who won the Best International Debut Awards for men and women, respectively.The event also honoured players for their performances in domestic cricket, with awards such as the Madhavrao Scindia Award for the highest run-scorer and wicket-taker in the Ranji Trophy, and the Lala Amarnath Award for the best all-rounders in domestic limited-overs competitions.With 26 awards in total, the BCCI Awards 2025 celebrated not only India’s cricketing heroes on the international stage but also those making significant strides in domestic cricket, underscoring the depth of talent across the country.