Craig Overton and Sophie Luff, the dynamic duo from Somerset, have emerged as the headline winners at the 2026 Professional Cricketers' Association (PCA) Awards, an event co‑hosted with Toyota and staged at the Exhibition White City venue. Their triumphs were complemented by rising England talents Sonny Baker and Tilly Corteen‑Coleman, who each collected prestigious individual accolades. Overton's haul was nothing short of historic. The all‑rounder captured a four‑pronged set of awards: the PCA Men's Player of the Year, the PCA Men's Domestic Overall MVP, the Rothesay County Championship Player of the Year, and a place in the IG PCA Men's Team of the Year.
Across the three formats this season, the 32‑year‑old amassed 951 runs, claimed 76 wickets and took 45 catches – a statistical blend that underlines his versatility. His achievement marks the first time a Somerset cricketer has taken home the top prize since Nick Compton’s win in 2012, and he edged out a strong shortlist that featured the likes of Joe Clarke, George Hill and Dan Lawrence.
In addition to his award‑winning season, Overton delivered a standout performance in the Vitality Blast quarter‑final, smashing an unbeaten 79 to propel Somerset into the climactic Finals Day. Reflecting on his success, Overton said, "It’s a phenomenal feeling.
To be chosen by your peers to win this award is very special; it means so much to me." He added that consistency had been the cornerstone of his year: "My bowling ticked along and after I scored that hundred at Essex in the second game of the season my form with the bat carried on throughout the summer. The quarter‑final against Yorkshire felt like the moment everything clicked – I was in a groove where my body was in a good spot, and mentally I felt ready to perform every few days." Sophie Luff, Somerset’s captain, completed the county’s double by clinching the player‑voted Toyota PCA Women’s Player of the Year award.
She is the first recipient of this particular honour since Eve Jones in 2021 who had not yet broken into international cricket. Luff’s season was marked by prolific run‑scoring – surpassing the 1,000‑run milestone in the summer – and by a pivotal role in The Hundred, where she helped the Trent Rockets claim the title. Her performances also earned her a spot in the Metro Bank PCA Women’s Team of the Year.
"It’s super special that people have voted for me after the performances and impact they feel I’ve had this year. It means that I’m doing things in the right way, and people think highly of you," Luff said. At 32, she emphasized her leadership philosophy: "I’ve always been a leader that wants to lead from the front, and I think people are seeing that play out in games now. This year I’ve just showcased what I’m capable of." The awards also highlighted emerging talent.
Hampshire’s left‑arm spinner Sonny Baker was named the Toyota PCA Men’s Young Player of the Year. The 21‑year‑old’s rapid rise was rewarded with a Test debut against New Zealand at the Kia Oval, and he has already taken ten wickets at the international level, including six in T20 Internationals. His accolade makes him the first Hampshire player to win the Young Player award since the category’s inception in 1990. On the women’s side, Tilly Corteen‑Coleman captured the Toyota PCA Women’s Young Player of the Year award after a breakthrough year that saw her earn both T20I and ODI caps for England.
Representing Surrey and Southern Brave in The Hundred, she impressed with consistent performances and a growing reputation as a promising spin bowler. Former England captain Heather Knight received the PCA Outstanding Contribution Award, a testament to her long‑standing dedication and influence within the sport.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) also presented its Special Merit Award to former England batter Tammy Beaumont, recognizing her stellar international career and contributions to women's cricket. The PCA Awards, held in partnership with Toyota, celebrated a broad spectrum of achievements across men’s and women’s cricket, underscoring the depth of talent in the English game.
Full details of all award winners were announced during the ceremony, highlighting both seasoned veterans and the next generation of stars who are shaping the future of cricket in the country.