ICC rankings: Rohit Sharma takes No 1 ODI spot, Kohli climbs to second
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ICC released a fresh round of player rankings, triggering major reshuffles across all formats and igniting new storylines as teams gear up for a busy calendar
DUBAI (Web Desk) - The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released a fresh round of player rankings, triggering major reshuffles across all three formats and igniting new storylines as teams gear up for a busy global calendar.
Rohit, Kohli Lead India’s Charge
India has tightened its grip on ODI batting supremacy with Rohit Sharma rising to No. 1, while Virat Kohli jumps to second, marking a return to familiar territory for the veteran duo.
Pakistan’s Babar Azam, despite a quiet run, holds firm at sixth, keeping himself within striking distance.
ODI Bowling: Rashid Khan Reclaims the Throne
Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan has surged back to the No. 1 ODI bowler spot, reminding the world of his unmatched white-ball prowess.
Saim Ayub regains top spot in ICC T20I All-Rounder Rankings
Pakistan’s spin sensation Abrar Ahmed stays inside the top 10 at ninth, while pace ace Shaheen Shah Afridi climbs two spots to 19th. Speedster Haris Rauf also edges upward to 22nd.
T20I: Rise of Sahibzada Farhan
Pakistan’s star Sahibzada Farhan continues to sparkle on the T20I stage, inching up to fifth in the batting rankings—his highest position yet.
In bowling, Abrar Ahmed holds strong at fourth, while all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz maintains his consistent run at 11th.
Test Cricket: Starc Soars, Noman Declines
Australia’s left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc has achieved a career-best third place in the Test bowling rankings, bolstering his reputation as one of the game’s most intimidating quicks.
Pakistan’s Noman Ali, however, slips to fourth after briefly enjoying a top-three position earlier in the season.
