In a spectacular display of prowess, Yashasvi Jaiswal has broken into the top 10 in the latest ICC men’s Test rankings for batters, securing the tenth spot. The left-handed opener currently leads the run charts in the ongoing India-England Test series, amassing an impressive 655 runs in four Tests with an average of 93.57, which includes two remarkable double centuries.
Shifting Landscapes in the Batting Rankings
Virat Kohli, taking a break from the ongoing series against England, slips to eighth place. Meanwhile, Australia’s Steve Smith faces a similar fate, dropping to third after a challenging Test against New Zealand in Wellington. The Kiwi captain Kane Williamson maintains his stronghold at the No.1 spot, showcasing resilience despite a modest performance in the first Test against Australia.
Cameron Green’s stellar performance, contributing an unbeaten 174 and 34 against New Zealand, propels him 22 places to 23rd in the ICC men’s Test rankings for batters. Notable movements also include Glenn Phillips, climbing 18 spots to 52nd, and Rachin Ravindra, advancing five places to 76th.
All-Round Dominance: Indians Shine
Ravindra Jadeja claims the top spot among all-rounders, followed by Ravichandran Ashwin at second and Axar Patel at fifth in the ICC men’s Test rankings. New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips makes a significant leap to 11th in the all-rounder rankings after a stellar performance.
Irish Players Make Strides
In the aftermath of Ireland’s historic Test win against Afghanistan, several Irish players experience noteworthy advancements. Lorcan Tucker ascends 15 spots to 56th, Andrew Balbirnie climbs 12 places to 87th, and Mark Adair rises an impressive 30 spots to 69th.
Bumrah Reigns Supreme in Bowling Rankings
Jasprit Bumrah continues to dominate the ICC men’s Test rankings for bowlers, solidifying his No.1 position. Despite being rested for the fourth Test against England, Bumrah boasts 17 wickets in three Tests during the ongoing series.
Spin Wizardry: Ashwin and Jadeja Stand Tall
Ravichandran Ashwin, set to play his 100th Test in Dharamsala, maintains his second spot in the bowlers’ rankings, sharing the top 10 with Ravindra Jadeja at seventh. Australia’s Nathan Lyon and Josh Hazlewood make upward moves to fourth and sixth, respectively.
T20I Highlights: Kusal Mendis Shines
In the T20I arena, Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis climbs four spots to 30th after an impressive half-century against Bangladesh. Charith Asalanka, the stand-in captain, jumps seven places to 33rd with his unbeaten 44 off 21 balls.
Emerging Talents: Levitt’s Rise
Netherlands debutant Michael Levitt enters the T20I rankings at 49th place, showcasing his prowess with a ton and two fifties in the triangular series involving Nepal and Namibia. A rising star to watch in the T20 format.
In a dynamic cricketing landscape, these rankings reflect the ever-shifting fortunes of players as they continue to leave an indelible mark on the international stage.
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