India's Test Heroes Shine Bright With Rankings After Convincing Victory
Dynamic shifts in player rankings and emerging stars’ impact on the global cricket landscape.
| February 21, 2024 at 2:12 PM
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Several standout performers from India’s dominant display in the recent third Test against England have seen significant rises in the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings. Leading the charge is the young sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal, who notched his second double century in Test cricket during the Rajkot clash.
Jaiswal’s stellar performance catapulted him 14 spots up the rankings to a career-high 15th position among Test batters. The 22-year-old left-hander’s unbeaten 214 not only secured India’s emphatic 434-run victory but also earned him a prestigious position among a select group of cricketers to have achieved double centuries in two consecutive Tests.
Joining the ranks of Indian legends like Vinod Kambli and Virat Kohli, Jaiswal’s remarkable feat underscores his burgeoning talent and undeniable impact on the international stage. With India now leading the ICC Men’s Test Championship series 2-1, Jaiswal’s ascent in the rankings reflects his pivotal role in the team’s success and reinforces his status as one of cricket’s rising stars.
Jaiswal’s And Jadeja’s Brilliance Alter Rankings Landscape
Star performers Ravindra Jadeja and Yashasvi Jaiswal lead the charge with impressive strides in both batting and bowling categories. Jadeja’s stellar all-round display, including a century and a seven-wicket haul, has propelled him to a career-best 34th position among batters and sixth place among bowlers. Furthermore, his dominant performance consolidates his top-ranking status among all-rounders, reaching an impressive 469 rating points.
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Notably, debutants Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel make their mark in the rankings, entering at 75th and 100th positions respectively.
In the bowling department, veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin edges closer to teammate Jasprit Bumrah at the top, securing the second position after surpassing 500 Test wickets. Jadeja’s five-wicket haul further strengthens India’s dominance, propelling him to sixth place in the bowling rankings.
Sri Lanka’s Hasaranga Inspires, Afghan Young Guns Make Their Mark
Sri Lanka’s Hasaranga Inspires, Afghan Young Guns Make Their Mark
In the limited-overs arena, Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga emerges as a force to be reckoned with, dominating both the T20I bowling and all-rounders’ rankings. His exceptional performances, including reaching 100 T20I wickets, propel him to second place among bowlers and all-rounders.
Sri Lanka’s whitewash against Afghanistan sees Pathum Nissanka rise to 11th position in the ODI batting rankings, while Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran and Fazalhaq Farooqi make notable gains in the T20I batting and bowling rankings respectively.
While Sri Lanka holds a commanding lead in the T20I series, Afghanistan’s promising talents provide glimpses of hope for the future, with Zadran and Farooqi showcasing their potential with impressive climbs in the rankings.
As the cricketing world witnesses dynamic shifts in rankings across formats, players like Jaiswal, Jadeja, and Hasaranga continue to captivate audiences with their exceptional performances, shaping the narrative of international cricket.
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