Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel has made a remarkable leap into the top ten, rising 20 places to secure the 7th position in the batting rankings. This achievement highlights his impressive performance on the international stage. Following closely, New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra also made strides, advancing eight places to claim the 10th spot.
At the top of the batting charts, England’s Joe Root continues to hold the number one position, with New Zealand’s Kane Williamson ranked second. Meanwhile, India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal has ascended to third place after moving up one spot, while Virat Kohli has slipped six positions, now ranked 14th.
In the Test batting rankings, Pakistan’s Babar Azam has dropped from 19th to 18th position, a slight setback for the star player.
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In the bowling department, India’s Jasprit Bumrah has lost his top ranking as South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada takes over the number one spot, climbing three places in the process. Bumrah has fallen to third, with Australia’s Josh Hazlewood improving one position to secure second place.
India’s Ravichandran Ashwin has dropped two spots to fourth, while Pakistan’s Nauman Ali has surged into the top ten, climbing eight positions to land at 9th. Furthermore, Pakistan’s Sajid Khan has made an impressive 12-place jump to reach 38th in the rankings.
Among Test all-rounders, India’s Ravindra Jadeja retains his top position, showcasing his all-around capabilities and consistency.
These rankings not only reflect individual brilliance but also set the stage for intense competition in upcoming matches, with players striving to improve their standings on the global cricketing stage.