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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has recently unveiled the updated T20I rankings, offering cricket enthusiasts a captivating insight into the ever-evolving landscape of the sport. These rankings serve as a barometer of individual player performances, showcasing the ebb and flow of talent on the international stage.
Batters Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav’s commanding stance
India‘s Suryakumar Yadav stands at the summit of the batting rankings, showcasing remarkable consistency and dominance. His prolific run with the bat has solidified his position at the top, leaving no room for contention. Trailing behind Yadav is Pakistan‘s agile wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan, with Aiden Markram, Babar Azam, and Rilee Rossouw securing the third, fourth, and fifth positions.
The batting rankings reflect the global diversity of talent, with players from different cricketing nations making their mark and contributing to the vibrant tapestry of T20I cricket.
Bowlers Rankings: Ravi Bishnoi ascends to the pinnacle
In a momentous development, India’s spin sensation Ravi Bishnoi has ascended to the coveted top spot in the bowler’s chart. The 23-year-old’s stellar performance recently earned him the Player of the Series accolade during India’s resounding 4-1 victory in the T20I series against Australia on home soil.
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With Bishnoi’s meteoric rise, the bowling rankings witnessed a reshuffle, causing the likes of Rashid Khan ( currently second), Adil Rashid (third), Wanindu Hasaranga (equal third) and Maheesh Theekshana (fifth) to shift down one spot within the top 10. Adding to the Indian spin dominance, Axar Patel surges 16 places to claim the 11th position, underscoring the depth of talent in the bowling department.
All-rounder Rankings: Shakib Al Hasan’s unwavering reign
Shakib Al Hasan continues to reign supreme in the realm of all-rounders, firmly holding the pinnacle position. The Bangladeshi stalwart’s all-round brilliance has been a consistent feature in T20I cricket. Afghanistan‘s Mohammad Nabi follows closely, showcasing the department’s international flavour of talent. Hardik Pandya secures the third spot in the coveted chart, adding a dynamic element to the mix.
