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International Cricket Council’s latest One Day International (ODI) player rankings have sent ripples through the cricketing world, with India’s burgeoning superstar Shubman Gill claiming the coveted top spot among ODI batters. Riding a wave of consistent run-scoring, Gill has amassed 784 rating points, propelling him past long-standing luminaries of the game. Not far behind, compatriot Rohit Sharma has surged to second place, cementing India’s dominance in the middle order. Meanwhile, the bowling and all-rounder charts offer a snapshot of global talent, showcasing both established stars and emerging challengers vying for the top honours.
Shubman Gill’s ascent and Rohit Sharma’s rise in newly announced ICC ODI rankings
Gill’s elevation to the summit of the ODI batting rankings marks a milestone in a career defined by technical finesse and unflappable temperament under pressure. With a rating of 784, Gill has become the first Indian batter to attain this peak since the ICC began publishing granular ratings. His prolific run-scoring across bilateral series and multi-nation tournaments has seen him eclipse more seasoned campaigners, underlining his rapid maturation as a world-class performer.
Hot on his heels is Rohit, whose elevation to the number two position underscores a remarkable return to peak form. Sharma’s elegant strokeplay and ability to accelerate at will have seen him collect 756 rating points, a tally that eclipses several modern greats and positions him as Gill’s immediate successor in the rankings hierarchy. This Indian one-two not only highlights the depth of batting talent within the national side but also poses a stern challenge to rivals seeking to dethrone them.
Other notable entries in the top ten include Pakistan’s Babar Azam (766), former number one, and India’s Virat Kohli (736), both testament to their enduring class and adaptability across varied bowling attacks. New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell (720) and Sri Lanka’s Charith Asalanka (719) round out a diversified list that features emerging talents from Ireland to Afghanistan, reflecting the increasingly competitive global landscape of ODI batting.
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No such big shifts in bowling and all-rounder rankings
The bowling charts continue to be dominated by a mix of spin ingenuity and pace aggression. Leading the pack is Sri Lankan mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana, whose combination of googlies and subtle variations has earned him a career-best 671 rating points, making him the world’s top ODI bowler. In close pursuit is India’s wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav, with 650 points, whose skill in flight and turn consistently bamboozles batters across conditions. South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj (648) secures the third spot, his left-arm spin proving equally potent, especially on slower tracks where he exploits grip and guile.
Beyond these headline names, Australia’s Adam Zampa (614) and Afghanistan’s spin spearhead Rashid Khan (640) illustrate the continued value of wrist spin in the 50-over format. Pace acts such as England’s Josh Hazlewood and Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi also feature within the top ten, signaling that variety remains a crucial weapon in a bowler’s arsenal at the ODI level.
In the all-rounder division, Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai has stormed to the top with 296 points, combining brisk medium-pace with useful lower-order batting to outpoint established peers. Mohammad Nabi (292) and Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza (290) occupy the second and third positions respectively, both offering potent dual skills that balance their national sides’ lineups. India’s Ravindra Jadeja and Bangladesh’s Mehidy Hasan Miraz feature prominently among the top five, further underscoring the premium placed on players who can influence matches with both bat and ball in the ODI arena.
