The International Cricket Council has announced its updated player rankings for One-Day Internationals, Test and T20 match formats.
In the ODI format, Pakistan's Babar Azam continues to dominate as the top-ranked batter, while on the bowling front, South Africa's Keshav Maharaj has surged to the number one spot among ODI bowlers.
Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi has also made significant strides, advancing to the sixth position in the ODI bowlers' rankings with an improvement of one spot, showcasing his exceptional skills and consistency on the field.
In the Test arena, New Zealand's Kane Williamson has claimed the top spot in the rankings, with England's Joe Root retaining his second position. Babar Azam has also made waves in the Test rankings, climbing to the third position after a remarkable ascent of two ranks.
India's Ravichandran Ashwin has secured the first position among Test bowlers, Australia's Josh Hazlewood is second and Indian Jasprit Bumrah third with Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi making impressive progress to reach the 10th position.
In the T20I rankings, India's Suryakumar Yadav maintains his stronghold as the top-ranked batter, while Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan secures the third position and Babar Azam holds the fourth position. England's Adil Rashid leads the charts among T20I bowlers, showcasing his proficiency in the shortest format of the game.
These rankings reflect the outstanding performances and contributions of players across different formats, highlighting their skill, determination, and consistency on the cricket field. As the cricketing world eagerly awaits more action-packed matches, fans can expect these rankings to continue evolving based on players' performances in upcoming fixtures and tournaments.
The ICC rankings serve as a barometer of excellence in cricket, recognizing the achievements of players and providing cricket enthusiasts with valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of the sport.
