February 26th 2025.
In a thrilling match at the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai, India's star batsman Virat Kohli has made a powerful comeback into the top five of the ICC Men's ODI Batting Rankings. His impressive performance against arch-rivals Pakistan, including a stunning century, has propelled him one spot higher to reclaim the fifth spot in the rankings. This puts India in a strong position with three batters inside the top five, including opener Shubman Gill and captain Rohit Sharma who continue to maintain their respective positions.
While Gill remains firmly at the top spot, extending his lead to 47 rating points over former Pakistan captain Babar Azam, other players have also made significant moves in the rankings. New Zealand's Will Young has climbed eight spots to 14th, thanks to his recent performances, while England's Ben Duckett and New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra have also surged forward after their impactful centuries in the tournament. Additionally, India's KL Rahul and South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen have inched closer to the top 10, making the competition even more intense.
In the bowling department, Sri Lanka's Maheesh Theekshana continues to hold the top spot despite Sri Lanka's absence from the Champions Trophy. Afghanistan's Rashid Khan remains a strong contender in second place. However, there have been some changes in the rankings with South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj, New Zealand's Matt Henry, and Australia's Adam Zampa all improving their standings. Other players, such as Proteas pacer Kagiso Rabada and New Zealand's Michael Bracewell, have also made significant jumps in the rankings, making the competition even more fierce.
Bracewell's recent performances have not only impacted the bowling rankings, but also the all-rounders' rankings. He has jumped a whopping 26 places to 11th, thanks to his four-wicket haul against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi. His teammate Ravindra has also made gains in this category, showcasing the depth and talent in the New Zealand team. Meanwhile, veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi continues to hold the top spot among ODI all-rounders, cementing his position as one of the best in the world.
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