DUBAI: The latest ICC Men’s Player Rankings have seen some significant changes, with Pakistan’s Babar Azam making notable strides in the T20I batter rankings. Azam has moved up one spot to secure 6th place, continuing to build his reputation as one of the top players in the format.
In other news, West Indies spinner Akeal Hosein has surged to the top of the T20I bowler rankings for the first time in his career, following a standout performance in the opening match of the West Indies’ series against Bangladesh. Hosein’s brilliant 2/13 helped him leapfrog Adil Rashid, who now sits second.
Meanwhile, the race for the top spot in Test batting has intensified, with England’s Joe Root regaining the No.1 spot after scoring 32 and 54 against New Zealand. However, New Zealand’s Kane Williamson is hot on his heels, closing in on Root with his stunning 156 in Hamilton.
The latest rankings also feature impressive movements from other players, including West Indies’ Rovman Powell and Johnson Charles, who have risen significantly in the T20I batter rankings after solid performances against Bangladesh.
