ICC Awards 2017: Top 5 contenders for Cricketer of the Year

#2 Ben Stokes

Rated as one of the most valuable allrounders in the word right now, Stokes plays all three formats for England and has had a hugely successful 2017.

During the last 12 months, Ben Stokes has scored 1737 international runs (1000 in test matches, 691 in One Day Internationals and 46 in T20Is). He has also picked up 53 international wickets (35 in test matches, 16 in One Day Internationals and 2 in T20Is).

Batting at no.5, he is a vital cog to this England set up and provides depth to their batting and bowling department. He is the most accomplished all-rounder today and his ability to adapt to different formats of the game has been key to England's success over the last two seasons.