The latest ICC Cricket Rankings have delivered encouraging news for Indian cricket fans, with several Team India players making significant gains across batting, bowling, and all-rounder categories. Leading the headlines once again is young opener Abhishek Sharma, who has retained his position as the world’s No.1 T20 International batter for the sixth consecutive month, underlining his growing dominance in the shortest format of the game.
Abhishek Sharma Continues Reign as World’s No.1 T20 Batter
According to the rankings released on Wednesday, Abhishek Sharma remains firmly at the top of the ICC T20I Batters Rankings with an impressive 929 rating points. The left-handed opener first reached the No.1 position on July 30, 2025, and has since shown remarkable consistency to maintain his lead over the rest of the cricketing world.
Abhishek’s recent performances against New Zealand played a major role in extending his stay at the summit. In the ongoing T20 series, he scored a commanding 84 runs in the first match, followed by an unbeaten 68 in the third T20, showcasing both power and maturity at the top of the order.
His ability to provide explosive starts while maintaining composure has made him one of India’s most valuable assets ahead of major tournaments.
Top T20I Batters-ICC Cricket Rankings
| Rank | Player | Country | Rating Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abhishek Sharma | India | 929 |
| 2 | — | — | — |
| 3 | Tilak Varma | India | 781 |
| 7 | Suryakumar Yadav | India | 717 |
(Table reflects latest ICC Cricket Rankings highlights)
Suryakumar Yadav Makes Strong Comeback into Top 10
India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav has also climbed back into the elite bracket, returning to the top 10 batters after being outside the list for over a month. The dynamic right-hander jumped five places this week to reach seventh position with 717 rating points.
Suryakumar had slipped out of the top 10 in December, but his performances against New Zealand marked a strong comeback. He scored back-to-back half-centuries in the final two matches of the series, remaining unbeaten on both occasions and leading the team from the front.
His return to form comes at an ideal time for India, especially with the T20 World Cup just days away, boosting confidence within the squad.
Tilak Varma Holds Firm in Top Three
Another positive sign in the ICC Cricket Rankings is the consistency of Tilak Varma, who continues to hold third place in the T20 batting charts with 781 points. The young batter has quietly established himself as a reliable middle-order presence and remains one of India’s brightest prospects in white-ball cricket.
Bumrah Climbs Bowling Rankings After New Zealand Heroics
India’s fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has made notable progress in the ICC T20I Bowlers Rankings, moving up four positions to reach 13th place. His rise follows an impactful outing in the third T20 against New Zealand, where he claimed three crucial wickets, effectively turning the game in India’s favour.
Meanwhile, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy continues to dominate the bowling charts. After taking three wickets across the first two matches, he remains firmly placed as the world’s No.1 T20 bowler, further strengthening India’s bowling arsenal.
Top T20I Bowlers – ICC Cricket Rankings (India Highlights)
| Player | Country | Current Rank | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varun Chakravarthy | India | 1 | No change |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | 13 | +4 |
Hardik Pandya Shines Among All-Rounders
India’s success in the ICC Cricket Rankings is not limited to batters and bowlers. In the T20I All-Rounders Rankings, Hardik Pandya has climbed one position to reach third place, reflecting his growing impact with both bat and ball.
Hardik’s improved ranking highlights his importance as a match-winner and a key balance provider for the Indian side. Fellow Indian all-rounder Shivam Dube also made a significant leap, jumping six places to secure 11th position, rewarding his recent performances.
At the top of the all-rounders list, Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza continues to hold the No.1 ranking, maintaining his dominance in the category.
T20I All-Rounders – ICC Cricket Rankings (Top Performers)
| Rank | Player | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sikandar Raza | Zimbabwe |
| 3 | Hardik Pandya | India |
| 11 | Shivam Dube | India |
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Positive Signs Ahead of T20 World Cup
With the T20 World Cup just 10 days away, the latest ICC rankings update serves as a massive morale booster for Team India. The upward movement of key players across departments reflects the team’s strong form and depth, especially after the New Zealand series.
From Abhishek Sharma’s sustained brilliance at the top to Suryakumar Yadav’s timely resurgence, Bumrah’s bowling impact, and Hardik Pandya’s all-round excellence, India appears well-prepared to challenge the best teams on the global stage.
As the tournament approaches, these gains in the ICC Cricket Rankings not only highlight individual success but also underline India’s growing confidence and momentum heading into one of the most important events in world cricket.