Rohit Sharma has ascended to the top of the ODI rankings, becoming the No. 1-ranked ODI batter. His recent performances in Australia, including scores of 73 and 121 not out in two matches, propelled him from third place to the pinnacle of the rankings. This achievement marks a significant milestone in his career, as it is the first time he has claimed this position despite being a consistent presence in the top ten over the past decade.
Key Performances in Australia
Rohit Sharma’s innings were crucial in enhancing his ranking points. His century played a pivotal role, enabling him to surpass fellow players Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill. Although India faced a 2-1 series defeat, Sharma’s individual accomplishments stood out.
Other Notable Rankings Changes
In addition to Rohit, other Indian players also experienced upward movement in the rankings following the series:
- Axar Patel: Achieved six wickets in the series while scoring 31 and 44 runs in the first two ODIs. He moved up six spots to 31st among bowlers and ascended to eighth place among all-rounders.
Latest Rankings in Cricket
The recent ODI series and Tests also influenced several players’ standings in various formats:
- Mitchell Santner: Climbed three positions to secure fourth place among ODI bowlers following the first two ODIs against England.
- Josh Hazlewood: Improved his ranking by two spots, reaching eighth position among bowlers.
- Keshav Maharaj: Following a successful Test series against Pakistan, he gained nine places, achieving a career-high ranking of 13th among bowlers.
- Simon Harmer: Registered 13 wickets across two Tests, moving up 26 spots to 45th position among bowlers.
- Aiden Markram: Increased his ranking to 15th after climbing two spots.
- Tony de Zorzi: Improved his standing by seven places, joint occupying 47th among Test batters.
These changes in the rankings highlight the dynamic nature of international cricket and reflect the players’ performances across various series.
