Bowling Rankings: Two Players Share the Top Spot
The recent release of the ICC rankings has brought forth a unique scenario where two players have claimed the number one spot in bowling. In the ODIs, Wanindu Hasaranga and Mohammed Siraj both sit at the pinnacle with 1955 points, each having earned 9 points. Similarly, in Test cricket, Ravichandran Ashwin and James Anderson share the top position, each accumulating 8%.
This uncommon feat of two players sharing the number one spot was not only confirmed by the ICC’s official website but was also tweeted by the ICC, catching the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide. Following them closely in the Test bowling rankings are Rabada at number five and Shakib Al Hasan leading among all-rounders with a bowling average of 22.4 and 407 points.
Batting Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav, Babar Azam, and Marnus Labuschagne Lead the Way
Shifting our focus to batting, Suryakumar Yadav currently leads the T20 rankings. In ODIs, Babar Azam holds the top spot with 906 points, while Marnus Labuschagne, currently playing in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India, leads the Test rankings.
Speaking of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Shakib Al Hasan recently made history by becoming the first Bangladeshi player to take 300 ODI wickets during the third ODI between England and Bangladesh.
All-Rounder Rankings: Jadeja and Shakib Al Hasan Lead the Charge
In the all-rounder rankings, Ravindra Jadeja tops the list in Tests with 445 points, showcasing his prowess with both bat and ball. Shakib Al Hasan isn’t far behind, leading among all-rounders with a bowling average of 22.4 and 407 points.
Team Rankings: India Maintains Its Dominance
Despite a recent loss, Team India remains at the helm of the team rankings with 267 points in T20s. They are closely followed by England with 266 points and Pakistan with 225 points. In the Test rankings, India continues to dominate with 114 points, followed by Australia, New Zealand, England, and Pakistan.
With the upcoming third and fourth Test matches, Team India has the golden opportunity to further solidify their number one position and continue their impressive run in the international cricket arena.
Team Rankings: India Leads the Pack, Followed by Australia and England
In the team rankings, India continues to maintain its dominant position with 267 points in T20s. Australia follows closely behind at the second spot with 126 points, while New Zealand is at number three with 115 points. England occupies the fourth position with 112 points, and South Africa rounds out the top five with 98 points.
A Twist in the Tale: Ashwin’s Potential Comeback
A fascinating development to watch out for is the potential return of Ravichandran Ashwin to the top spot. With the rankings being updated daily, Ashwin has the opportunity to reclaim his number one position in the Test bowling rankings, adding another layer of excitement and competition to the cricketing world.
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updated data last – March 2023
