Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi shine as ICC announces latest player rankings

The International Cricket Council has released its latest player rankings for One-Day Internationals (ODIs), Test matches, and T20 formats.

In the realm of One Day International (ODI) cricket, Babar Azam of Pakistan maintains his dominance as the top-ranked batsman. On the bowling front, Keshav Maharaj from South Africa has ascended to the number one spot among ODI bowlers.

Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi has also made notable progress, moving up to the sixth position in the ODI bowling rankings, showcasing his exceptional talent and consistency on the field.

Turning to Test cricket, Kane Williamson from New Zealand has claimed the top spot in the rankings, with Joe Root of England retaining his second position. Babar Azam has also shown significant improvement in the Test rankings, moving up to the third position after a remarkable rise of two ranks.

Ravichandran Ashwin from India has secured the first position among Test bowlers, followed by Josh Hazlewood of Australia in second place and Jasprit Bumrah from India in third place. Shaheen Afridi from Pakistan has made impressive strides, reaching the 10th position.

In the T20 International (T20I) rankings, Suryakumar Yadav from India maintains his position as the top-ranked batsman. Pakistan's Muhammad Rizwan holds the third position, while Babar Azam retains the fourth position. Adil Rashid from England leads the charts among T20I bowlers, showcasing his expertise in the shortest format of the game.

These rankings highlight the exceptional performances and contributions of players across various formats, underscoring their skills, determination, and consistency on the cricket field. As cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate more action-packed matches, these rankings are poised to evolve further based on players' performances in upcoming fixtures and tournaments.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) rankings serve as a measure of excellence in cricket, acknowledging players' achievements and providing valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of the sport.

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