Dwayne Bravo, Trinidad and Tobago all-rounder created history and became the first T&T national and cricketer to be nominated in any category in the prestigious ESPYs. In the ‘Best Play’ category that also features 2015 NBA MVP Steph Curry and Ballon D’Or winner Lionel Messi, Dwayne Bravo was nominated for his stunning one hand catch for the Chennai Super Kings against the Rajasthan Royals during the recently completed India Premier League. This is the first time that any cricketer from any country in the world is nominated for the American award, often referred as the “Oscars of Sport”.

‘Best Play’ features stiff competition, with 16 nominees split into 8 brackets or match ups. Bravo needs get more votes than a “Hail Mary” play from the Bahamas Bowl before he moves into the next round.

On his nomination Bravo said, “I admit I am still shocked on many levels. Firstly I am shocked and happy that cricket is being recognized by the American market and on their biggest and most prestigious night in sport. Secondly, I am in a category with athletes that I look up to and admire, titans of their sports and I am humbled. The most important to me, however, is being the first nominee from Trinidad and Tobago. I am proud to represent my country and value every opportunity to showcase the talent that exists here. Of course I would love to win so I take this opportunity to ask my fans around the world to vote, not just for me but for our beloved cricket. ”

The voting period is now open and fans are encouraged to visit the ESPYs website (http://espn.go.com/espys/2015/) to cast their vote for Bravo. The ESPYs take place on July 15th in Los Angeles.