
As the much-anticipated three-match ODI series against Australia approaches, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have unfortunately seen a dip in their ICC ODI rankings. With both players returning to international cricket, this development adds pressure on the duo.
In the latest rankings released, Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran made waves by jumping eight places to secure the second spot, thanks to his stellar performance against Bangladesh. The top run-scorer in that series, Zadran accumulated 213 runs at an impressive average of 71. Here’s a snapshot of the latest rankings and performances:
| Player | Ranking | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 1 | 784 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 2 | 764 |
| Rohit Sharma | 3 | 756 |
| Babar Azam | 4 | 740 |
| Virat Kohli | 5 | 736 |
Rohit now holds the third position, while Kohli finds himself fifth, both behind Pakistan’s Babar Azam. This shift highlights the competitive landscape of ODI cricket.
On the bowling front, Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan has climbed to the pinnacle as the number one ODI bowler, overtaking Keshav Maharaj with 710 points after his outstanding performance, claiming 11 wickets in the series.
As the series against Australia approaches, both Indian batters and bowlers will look to reclaim their standing in the world rankings amid fierce competition.






