In a recent update from the International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan's batting maestro, Babar Azam, has once again claimed the coveted No. 1 spot in the ODI rankings.
With an impressive 824 rating points, Azam dethroned India's Shubman Gill, who was temporarily sidelined for the ongoing series against South Africa.
Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli follow close behind
Securing second place is India's emerging star Shubman Gill with 810 rating points, while the renowned Virat Kohli holds the third spot with 775 points. The reshuffling in the rankings reflects the dynamic nature of cricket, with players constantly vying for the top positions.
Meanwhile, England's leg-spinner Adil Rashid has ascended two places to claim the pinnacle of the ICC T20I bowling rankings. This remarkable feat places him above Afghanistan's Rashid Khan and India's Ravi Bishnoi. Rashid becomes the second English player to attain the No. 1 T20I bowler ranking, following Graeme Swann's achievement over a decade ago.
Suryakumar Yadav extends lead
In the aftermath of his blazing century in the recent India-South Africa series, Suryakumar Yadav has widened the gap with a commanding 100-point lead. Mohammad Rizwan from Pakistan and Aiden Markram from South Africa closely trail in the ICC ODI rankings.
Australia's Usman Khawaja, following a stellar performance in the recent Perth Test against Pakistan, has surged three places to claim the fourth position in the updated Test batting rankings. The left-handed opener is now in striking distance of the top-ranked Kane Williamson.
Australian trio ascends test bowling rankings
Australia's Test bowling lineup has witnessed notable improvements, with captain Pat Cummins ascending one place to third. Nathan Lyon and Mitchell Starc climbed three and two spots, respectively, placing them at fifth and eighth, while Josh Hazlewood secured the 10th spot. Meanwhile, India's spin maestro Ravichandran Ashwin continues to dominate the Test bowling rankings.
In the aftermath of their commendable performances against Pakistan, Australia's David Warner has soared nine spots to 27th in the Test batting rankings, while all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has climbed 12 places to share the 68th spot.
