Table of Contents
- 💟Shakib-Al-Hasan’s historic reign ends by Mohammad Nabi of Afghanistan
- ODI batting rankings: Sri Lankan surges and subcontin⛎ental brilliance
- Test chart: Kyle Jamieson’s asceജndance and Kane Williamson’s command
- Ravindr꧃a Jadeja’s supreme reign in Test all-rounder rankings
- T20I Crಌicket: Australian triumphs and A🦩dam Zampa’s bowling brilliance
In a sensational turn of events, Afghanistan‘s Mohammad Nabi, at the age of 39, has scaled the pinnacle of the ICC Men’s ODI player rankings for all-rounders. His extraordinary century against Sri Lanka in the first ODI not only secured a win for Afghanistan but also propelled him to the number one spot, toppling the longstanding reign of Bangladesh’s Shakib-Al-Hasan. Nabi’s remarkable feat makes him the oldest player to hold this coveted spot, surpassing the previous record set by Tillakaratne Dilshan.
Shakib-Al-Hasan’s historic reign ends by Mohammad Nabi of Afghanistan
Shakib’s tenure at the top of the ICC all-rounders’ chart lasted a remarkable 1,739 days, commencing on May 7, 2019, when he took over from Rashid Khan. This extended reign stands as the longest duration anyone has held the pinna🌳cle in the all-rounders’ category. Nabi’s rise marks a historic shift in the dynamics of ODI cricket, showcasing the competitiveness and resilie෴nce of Afghanistan’s cricketing prowess.
ODI batting rankings: Sri Lankan surges and subcontinental brilliance
In the ODI batting chart, Sri Lanka’s Charith Asalanka displayed his mettle, leaping five places to secure the 15th position after his stellar unbeaten innings of 97. Meanwhile, Pathum Nissanka‘s double century propelled him 10 spots up to 18th, and Sadeera Samarawickrama‘s stylish half-century saw him climb six rungs to the 41st position. At the summit, the trio of Babar Azam, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli continues 💞to dominate as the top batters in ODI cricket.
Also READ: Team India’s new recruit Sarfaraz K📖han reveals his favourite cricketer
Test chart: Kyle Jamieson’s ascendance and Kane Williamson’s command
In the Test bowler’s list, New Zealand‘s Kyle Jamieson exhibited a remarkable ascent, jumping six places to claim the eighth spot after a stellar performance against South Africa in the first Test. Simultaneously, Kane Williamson strengthened his position as the leading batter in Men’s Test ratings, displaying consistent brilliance with consecutive centuries against South Africa in the same match. The Kiwi skipper sits comfortably 65 points ahead of the next contender, Steve Smith from Australia.
Ravindra Jadeja’s supreme reign in Test all-rounder rankings
Despite missing the second Test against England due to an injury, India’s Ravindra Jadeja continues to assert his dominance in the Test all-rounder standings. With a comprehensive lead, Jadeja retained his top position, showcasing his unparalleled skills with both bat and ball. His commanding presence in the longest format of the game solidifies his🎃﷽ status as a pivotal player in the Indian Test squad.
T20I Cricket: Australian triumphs and Adam Zampa’s bowling brilliance
In the T20I format, Australian players dominated the hierarchy after their performances against the West Indies. Glenn Maxwell (24th), Tim David (27th) and David Warner (36th) witnessed significant rises, showcasing Australia’s prowess in the shortest format. Adam Zampa‘s five-wicket haul in the series propelled him up to the 11th spot in the bowling order, while Marcus Stoinis secured the second spot among all-rounders. West Indies’ Johnson Charles (25th) and Sherfane Rutherford (38th) also enjoyed 😼notable gains in their T20I💎 rankings.