Pakistan and India’s stars getting career higher ranking on the latest ICC Men’s Test Cricket Rankings. To defend the No.1 spot is very difficult after these stars rise high very speedy.
Pakistan and India Stars Test Ranking Increasing
Pakistan kickstarted the new ICC World Test Championship cycle with a bang, securing a remarkable four-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in Galle. The standout player of the match was Saud Shakeel, who showcased his brilliance with a magnificent double century in only his sixth Test appearance.
Saud Shakeel’s Heroics Elevate Him in the Rankings
Saud Shakeel’s exceptional performance with the bat propelled him 12 spots up to the 15th position in the latest rankings for Test batters. This achievement marked a new career-best rating for the left-hander. Although Kane Williamson, the seasoned New Zealand veteran, continues to lead the Test batters’ rankings, several other Pakistani teammates also attained personal best rankings.
Agha Salman’s All-Round Rise
All-rounder Agha Salman enjoyed a substantial improvement, surging 17 places to reach 58th overall in the rankings for batters. His noteworthy contributions with both bat and ball played a crucial role in Pakistan’s success.
Promising Performances from Young Pakistani Bowlers
The bowling department witnessed exceptional displays from two young Pakistani talents. Seamer Naseem Shah climbed one place to 44th, while inexperienced spinner Abrar Ahmed leaped 12 spots to share the 45th position in the Test bowlers’ rankings. Their outstanding efforts against Sri Lanka garnered them new career-high ratings.
Sri Lanka’s Hope in Prabath Jayasuriya
Despite narrowly losing the first Test at home, Sri Lanka can take solace in the impressive performance of spinner Prabath Jayasuriya. He rose seven places to secure the seventh position overall in the rankings for bowlers, courtesy of his seven-wicket haul in the match.
Mohammed Siraj Shines for India
In the second Test against the West Indies in Trinidad, India’s seamer Mohammed Siraj emerged as a notable standout. His outstanding display earned him a new career-high rating as he jumped six places to 33rd overall in the list for bowlers. Siraj’s five-wicket haul during the West Indies’ first innings highlighted his remarkable bowling prowess.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Promising Performance
India’s opener Yashasvi Jaiswal showcased great potential, securing a new career-high ranking of 63 on the list for batters. His impressive scores of 57 and 38 in just his second Test appearance propelled him ten places higher. Although he has some ground to cover to catch up with the top-ranked batters, Jaiswal’s talent is evident and promising for the future.
Reshuffling at the Top of the Rankings
The completion of the fourth Ashes Test in Manchester brought some reshuffling at the top of the rankings. Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne, the former No.1 ranked batter, climbed three places to secure the second position overall after his century at Old Trafford.
England’s trio also made significant progress in the rankings. Joe Root rose three spots to third, Harry Brook moved up two places to 11th, and Zak Crawley jumped 13 spots to 35th. Their consistent performances added to England’s strong representation in the rankings.
Movers and Shakers in the Test Bowlers’ Rankings
From an Ashes perspective, England’s Mark Wood and Chris Woakes were the major movers in the Test bowlers’ rankings. Wood climbed three spots to 23rd, while Woakes advanced five places to 31st.
However, India’s spinner Ravichandran Ashwin maintained a significant lead at the top of the rankings, followed by South Africa’s pacer Kagiso Rabada in second place and Australia’s captain Pat Cummins in third.
Conclusion
The ICC World Test Championship has commenced with thrilling performances from players around the globe. Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel, India’s Mohammed Siraj, and England’s rising stars have made their mark, adding excitement and anticipation to the future of Test cricket.
The rankings have seen some noteworthy shifts, indicating that the battle for the top spots is fierce and captivating. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await more action-packed matches and exceptional performances in the upcoming fixtures.
