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As the cricketing world is still buzzing with the excitement of the recently concluded World Cup 2023, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed t🎶he updated One-Day International (ODI) rankings.
The latest rankings paint a fascinating picture of the cricketing landscape. As players continue to showcase their skills on the field, these listings will undoubtedly witness further fluctuations, adding an extra lay🅺er of excitement to the world of ODI cricket.
Batter rankings: Shubman Gill maintains narrow lead with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma closing in
In the realm of ODI batters, Shubman Gill continues to reign supreme with an impressive 826 rating points. The Indian batter’s satisfactory run in the ODI World Cup 2023 has enabled him to hold on to a narrow lead at the top. Right on his heels is Pakistan‘s superstar Babar Azam, with 824 rating points, securing second place.
However, the competition intensifies, with the Indian duo of Virat Kohli (791) and Rohit Sharma (769) making significant strides. Rohit, in particular, has climbed one spot to fourth, signalling a looming threat to the top positions. Daryl Mitchell from New Zealand has catapulted himself to the sixth spot, risඣing five places, courtesy of his outstanding 552 runs༺ at the World Cup.
Bowler rankings: Keshav Maharaj holds firm, Josh Hazlewood surges
In the bowling department, South Africa‘s spin maestro, Keshav Maharaj, continues his dominance, retaining the top spot. The experienced Australian seamer, Josh Hazlewood, has made a remarkable ascent, climbing four places to secure the second position. Meanwhile, the Indian pace duo of Mohammed Siraj (third) and Jasprit Bumrah (fourth) remain formidable forces within the top 10. However, their compatriot Kuldeep Yadav has slipped one spot to sixth position.
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All-rounder rankings: Shakib Al Hasan leads the pack
The landscape of ODI all-rounders remains relatively stable as Bangladesh‘s veteran cricketer, Shakib Al Hasan, maintains a substantial lead at the forefront. The 36-year-old’s exceptional all-round skills have kept him ahead of the competition.
