The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the updated Test Player Rankings, showcasing notable shifts in the batting and bowling categories.
England’s Joe Root has maintained his dominance as the leading batter, while his compatriot Harry Brook has risen to second place, with New Zealand’s Kane Williamson closely following in third. Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel made remarkable progress, climbing three positions to claim the sixth spot.
On the other hand, Pakistan captain Babar Azam dropped two spots to 17th, with Mohammad Rizwan also falling two places to 21st in the batting rankings.
In the bowlers’ category, India’s Jasprit Bumrah remains the top-ranked player, reflecting his exceptional form.
South Africa’s Marco Jansen made significant strides, advancing six places to secure fifth place.
Conversely, Pakistan’s Noman Ali slipped to ninth, dropping one position.
These rankings highlight the ever-changing landscape of Test cricket, influenced by players’ recent performances on the field.
