man of the match

Top performer honored

Man of the match is the player judged to have performed best in a particular game, typically in football, cricket, rugby, or other team sports.

The designation is awarded after the match, often with a small trophy or prize: He scored twice and was named man of the match.

Also called player of the match or, in American contexts, most valuable player.

performance

MVP

Best player award

  • starLuminous astronomical object
  • standoutExceptional person or thing
  • heroOne admired for courage

masterclass · dominance · brilliance · impact · contribution · display · excellence · clutch · decisive · instrumental

award

trophy

Award for winning

honors · plaque · commendation · ribbon · cup · title · laurels · decoration · badge · star

recognition

applause

Collective hand-clapping approval

tribute · congratulations · announcement · interview · spotlight · cameras · podium · handshake · celebration · fans

sports

striker

One who hits targets

allrounder · quarterback · midfielder · playmaker · scorer · wicketkeeper · fly-half · hooker · fullback · captain

Categories
Opposites
individual performance quality

man of the matchweakest link

Most vulnerable component

liability · scapegoat · passenger · benchwarmer · flop

Family

match, manned, manning, manliness, manhood, unmanned, mankind, matched, matches

Familiarity
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