In the recent ICC test rankings update, Rishabh Pant, the Indian wicketkeeper-batsman, achieved a remarkable comeback. He reached sixth after delivering a sensational century against Bangladesh in Chennai. Pant’s outstanding performance earned him an impressive 731 rating points. The latest ICC Test Rankings update is out, with some significant changes.
Jaiswal’s Rise to Prominence
Yashasvi Jaiswal, the Indian opener, advanced to the fifth spot with 751 rating points, courtesy of his half-century in the first innings of the Test match.
Rohit and Kohli’s Rankings Slip
On the other hand, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma descended by five places, securing his position in the top ten with 716 rating points. Virat Kohli also dropped five spots, falling out of the top ten to claim the 12th position.
Jayasuriya’s Spin Dominance
Adding to the ranking’s excitement, Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya strengthened his standing as one of the game’s premier spinners, ascending five spots to claim the eighth position after securing nine wickets in the Test match against New Zealand.
Afghan Stars Shine in ODI Rankings
In the ODI rankings, young Afghan batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz etched his name in history by becoming the first-ever Afghan player in the top 10 of the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings.
Gurbaz and Head’s Batting Feats
Gurbaz leapt 10 spots to secure eighth place with 692 rating points. Australian batsman Travis Head also made a significant move, climbing seven spots to the ninth place in the ODI Batting Rankings, courtesy of his exceptional 154 not out against England.
Rashid Khan’s Bowling Mastery
Not to be outdone, Afghan leg-spinner Rashid Khan surged eight spots to clinch the third place in the ODI Bowling Rankings, capturing seven wickets in Afghanistan’s series victory over South Africa.
Other Key Changes:
– Shubman Gill moved up five places to 14th in the batting rankings.
– Kamindu Mendis jumped three spots to 16th in the batting rankings.
– Dhananjaya de Silva climbed five spots to 18th in the All-Rounder Rankings.
