Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakaravarthy Lead ICC T20I Rankings
The ICC has published its latest T20I rankings, highlighting the continued dominance of Indian players across formats. Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakaravarthy maintain their positions as the world's top-ranked batter and bowler respectively.
Top Batters in T20I
- Abhishek Sharma leads T20I batters with 925 rating points, significantly ahead of England’s Phil Salt, who remains second.
- Tilak Varma holds the third spot, securing two Indian players in the top three positions.
Abhishek Sharma’s sustained performance has reinforced his status as India’s key T20I batter.
Leading Bowlers in T20I
- Varun Chakaravarthy continues to impress with his varied bowling techniques and holds the top bowler spot with 799 rating points.
- West Indies’ Akeal Hosein is ranked second.
- Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan takes third place.
Impact of Recent Series
The recent Pakistan vs. South Africa series, which Pakistan won 2-1 at home, triggered notable shifts in the batting rankings across players.
“Abhishek’s recent run of consistency has strengthened his status as India’s most influential T20I batter.”
“Chakaravarthy continues to impress with his range of variations that have troubled batters across conditions.”
Indian players remain at the forefront of T20I cricket, showcasing strong performances amid a busy international schedule.
Author’s summary: Indian cricketers Abhishek Sharma and Varun Chakaravarthy maintain their top ICC T20I rankings through consistent performances, reinforcing India’s dominance in the format.