(BCCI Credit)
As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the commencement of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA, the latest update to the ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings reveals significant shifts among international stars, particularly from Pakistan, West Indies, and England.
England’s Jos Buttler has surged to seventh place on the T20I batters list, propelled by his impressive 84-run innings in Birmingham. His teammate, Jonny Bairstow, has also made strides, climbing eight places to 36th following a commendable performance in the same match.
Fakhar Zaman of Pakistan has experienced a notable ascent, jumping six places to 51st in the batting rankings, courtesy of his rapid 45 from 21 deliveries against England.
The West Indies, fresh off a series sweep over South Africa, have witnessed remarkable advancements among their players. Brandon King has ascended five spots to eighth, Johnson Charles has soared an impressive 17 places to 20th, and Kyle Mayers has climbed 12 rungs to 31st in the latest rankings.
Furthermore, Gudakesh Motie, who was awarded the Player of the Series for his exceptional eight-wicket haul, has seen a remarkable surge in the T20I bowlers rankings, leaping from outside the top 100 to an impressive 27th position.
In England’s bowling department, Reece Topley has made a slight advancement, moving up one spot to ninth among bowlers. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s bowling lineup has shown significant improvements, with Shaheen Afridi ascending to equal 11th, Haris Rauf to 25th, and Imad Wasim to 38th in the latest rankings.
Suryakumar Yadav of India maintains his position as the top-ranked T20I batter, signaling his potential to be a game-changer on the field. Meanwhile, England’s Adil Rashid retains his status as the leading T20I bowler, showcasing his prowess with the ball.
