In a significant turn of events in the ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings, the talented Indian cricketer Shubman Gill has claimed the top spot, dethroning Pakistan’s batting sensation, Babar Azam. Gill’s remarkable performances in the ODI World Cup 2023 catapulted him to the number 1 position in the rankings.
In addition, he entered an elite list of Indian cricketers, including superstars like Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli, by achieving the coveted No. 1 ODI batter rating. With an amazing aggregate of 219 runs in six innings during the ODI World Cup 2023, Shubman Gill has proven to be a crucial asset for Team India. This extraordinary form produced a huge shift in the standings, as Babar Azam witnessed a fall of six ranking points, surrendering his two-year reign at the top.
As of now, Gill takes the peak of the standings with 830 rating points, closely trailed by Babar Azam at 824 points in the second spot. The top 10 rankings have undergone a considerable reshuffling as well. Quinton de Kock currently occupies the third rank, while the ever-ace Indian batter, Virat Kohli, has moved three places and now stands at fourth with 770 points. This astonishing spike is a tribute to Kohli’s amazing efforts in the 2023 World Cup.
Shreyas Iyer, another Indian batting star, has made a tremendous leap, ascending 17 ranks to earn the 18th place in the rankings. Meanwhile, Pakistan starter Fakhar Zaman has advanced three spots, sitting in 11th place.
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In the latest ICC ODI bowling rankings, we’ve seen some players truly shine. After their exceptional performances in recent matches, it’s wonderful to see Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj back at the top spot, reclaiming his title as the No. 1 bowler. Hot on his heels is South African spinner Keshav Maharaj, displaying his remarkable skills to gain the second spot in the latest rankings.
Adding to the excitement, Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav has made a significant leap, securing the fourth position. Not to be outdone, Jasprit Bumrah also climbed the rankings, now comfortably seated at eighth place. With Mohammed Shami holding the 10th spot, it’s a fantastic achievement, with four Indian bowlers firmly positioned in the top 10 rankings.
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