#ICC Test Batters Rankings

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ICC Test Rankings: Kane Williamson becomes No.1 batter; Ravichandran Ashwin Retains top Spot Among bowlers

In the rearmost ICC Men’s Test rankings for batters, New Zealand’s Kane Williamson has reclaimed the no. 1 position with 883 standing points. This is the first time Williamson has held the top spot since August 2021. England’s Joe Root( 866) has slipped from first to fifth position after scoring 10 and 18 in the Lord’s Test against Australia. Williamson has not played a Test since March 2023,…

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Babar Azam Falls Out of ICC Top 10 After 5 Years

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest Test rankings, and for the first time in five years, Babar Azam has fallen out of the top 10 batters’ list. This significant drop comes on the heels of Pakistan’s recent poor performance and Babar’s ongoing struggles with form.Babar, once hailed as the “King” of Pakistan cricket, has slipped from 9th to 12th place following a…

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An Innocent Cricket Player

Kane Stuart Williamson, is a great cricketer from New Zealand. He was born on August 8, 1990. Now he serves as captain of the country's limited-overs squad. Kane is most run scorer for New Zealand in a test match on February 27, 2023. He is a right handed batsman and per time right arm off spinner. 

In the year of December 2007, Williamson made his first-class cricket debut.That same year, he visited Indian U-19 squad in his U-19 debut, and he was selected as the team's captain for the 2008 U-19 Cricket World Cup. He made his debut in abroad in 2010. At the 2011, 2015, and 2019 Cricket World Cups as well as the 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2021 ICC World Twenty20s, Williamson has highlighted New Zealand.

In ICC World Twenty20,2016 he led New Zealand on a full-time basis for the first time. At the 2019 Cricket World Cup, he led New Zealand as their captain, guiding them to the championship game and earning Player of the Tournament honors. He top up Virat Kohli and Steve Smith to become the top-ranked Test batsman in the world on December 31, 2020, when he attained a Test batting rating of 890.[3][4] Both the accolade for Test cricketer of the decade and the Sir Garfield Sobers accolade for ICC Male Cricketer of the Decade were nominated for him.Along with Joe Root, Steve Smith, and Virat Kohli, Ian Chappell and Martin Crowe place Williamson among the best four or five Test cricket batters of the present. 5,6,7.

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Faltu me Ghodeja ko hype karte raho tum Csk fans what does he even do? India se zyada toh woh apne asli desh chennai aur apne bhagwan dhoni ke liye khelta hai

"What does he even do"

Gets benched even after having an average of 56.50 in Australia (more than that of any Indian batter in the last 40 years), gets in the playing 11, plays a crucial knock, saves the team's ass (yet again) and proves just why he's ICC's No. 1 ranked Test all-rounder for almost 3 years... but yeah woh toh sirf CSK ke liye hi khelta hai na? Yeh toh yellow jersey ke uppar white jersey edit ki hai hum CSK fans ne 👍

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Harry Brook dethrones Joe Root to claim No. 1 batter spot in the latest ICC Men’s Test Rankings

In a significant shift in the world of cricket, Harry Brook has claimed the No. 1 spot in the ICC Men’s Test Batter Rankings, marking the end of Joe Root‘s reign at the top. This achievement comes after Brook’s stellar performance against New Zealand, where he scored 123 and 55 runs, leading England to a commanding 323-run victory at Basin Reserve. With this remarkable feat, Brook has solidified…

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Harry Brook dethrones Joe Root as No. 1 Test batter

Dubai: England’s rising star Harry Brook claimed the coveted No. 1 spot in the ICC Men’s Test Batter Rankings. Brook’s ascent marks the first time in his career he has held the top position, dethroning his legendary teammate Joe Root. The change in rankings comes on the back of Brook’s sensational form, highlighted by his eighth Test century against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.…

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The Best All-Rounder In The World Right Now

The fundamental principles of sports include giving it your all, pushing yourself to become a better version of yourself, and continuously cheering your team on to success. In cricket, in particular, scoring runs is equally as important as defending a cricket score. On a good day, a bowler may devastate the opposition's batting lineup with a single stroke, while a batsman can overwhelm the bowling assault and record a massive total. To change the course of the game, a talented fielder may also unpredictably induce a runout or make an amazing catch. On the other hand, a great cricket all-rounder who can do all duties to the highest quality is created when you combine the abilities of a fielder, bowler, and batter. In cricket, a player who always gives the team their best effort is known as an all-rounder. An all-around player is the best asset a team can have. Whether it's taking crucial wickets or scoring those crucial runs to aid the team in winning, an all-around cricket team's performance on the field is determined by the quality of its players.

Leading Candidates for the Best All-Rounder In The World Currently

These days, some of the most valued players in cricket are all-rounders who can play all three formats as a bowler and batsman. They are unquestionably the rarest treasures in contemporary cricket. Players that play all three game forms and perform a range of responsibilities in modern international cricket must take extreme efforts to stay physically fit and prolong their careers due to the rigorous schedule. Let's examine some of the top all-round players of our era right now.

Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes, one of the best all-rounders in the world right now, is the most useful player for England in all three formats of the game. When bowling, the 31-year-old may end crucial partnerships. He bats and bowls as well. He is also capable of batting against the world's top bowling combinations. The term "Clutch-Player" has been used to describe Ben Stokes, a player who comes through for the team when they need him the most. In the 2021 T20 World Cup Final, the 2019 Headingley Test match against Australia, and the 2019 Cricket World Cup Final, he pulled his team from sticky situations. His international career still has a long way to go, as the stalwart is showing no sign of slowing down.

Ravindra Jadeja

Although Ravindra Jadeja was previously referred to as a "bits and pieces player," he has consistently shown his critics and haters that he is capable of contributing to a squad without always being the star. He was the first Indian bowler to top the ICC ODI bowling rankings since Anil Kumble in 2013, and he became the fastest left-arm bowler to reach 200 Test wickets in 2019. Currently, the veteran is the best all rounder in the world when it comes to Test cricket. Together with Ravichandran Ashwin, Jadeja has established himself as one of the Test team's all-time best spin bowlers, chipping away at hitters with remarkable accuracy and consistency. He has also become a better hitter, as seen by his recent performances, especially in white-ball cricket. In addition, he is one of the best fielders in the whole cricket globe and has a left arm that can be used like a slingshot.

Ravichandran Ashwin One of the most talented and cunning bowlers in cricket right now, Ravichandran Ashwin observes his opponents better than anybody else. Ashwin may be the Indian bowler who has taken the most Test wickets, given his impeccable Test career. So far, he has taken 527 wickets in the longest format of the sport. Furthermore, he has scored 3423 runs including 6 centuries. Moreover, four times in Test matches, Ashwin has taken a fifer and hit a century in the same game. He is only second to Ian Botham, the great English all-rounder who did it five times throughout his Test career.

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Virat Kohli fumbles as India’s top ICC-ranking batsman following the lean patch in Tests

In an era where matches are played almost every day, the ICC ranking is the best way to evaluate the current stars of the game. The International Cricket Council, the top-most governing body in the sport, keeps track of all the ongoing series and updates the respective rankings consistently. The ICC ranking is categorized as per the formats with the top performers in Test, ODI, and T20I listed in the standings. Moreover, the best performers of the matches and series are named as the leading ICC-ranking batsmen. A recent reshuffle among the League of the ICC ranking batsmen, however, staged a significant disappointment for India.

Virat Kohli loses his place as the top ICC-ranking batsman for the first time in a decade

India endured a heavy blow in Tests recently when New Zealand beat the team 0-3 in their backyard. The series defeat against the Kiwis broke India’s long-standing record of remaining unbeaten in the red-ball series at home. Moreover, the white ferns handed India their first-ever 0-3 series whitewash on their home turf in the format. The unfortunate series witnessed senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli struggling with their forms. In fact, the whole of the 2024 season has been a meek show for Kohli in the format. A dry spell lasting this long was bound to hamper Kohli’s standing as the top ICC-ranking batsman. The recent update in the ICC rankings witnessed the Indian great slipping out of the Top 20 in the ICC ranking of Test in nearly a decade.

The last time for Virat to be buried this deep in the rankings was the dip in the form he faced during 2014. The season saw Kohli struggling substantially on the England tour where he managed to score just 134 runs across five matches at an average of 13.4. However, the struggle was followed by a golden run for the Indian Test skipper in the format. From 2016 to 2018, Kohli showcased his best batting form across formats, even claiming the No. 1 spot to be crowned as the top ICC ranking batsman in the longest format. He also made history as the first Indian to top the ICC rankings in all three formats during the illustrious phase.

However, a string of poor performances in the recent Test series against New Zealand, where Kohli scored just 93 runs at an average of 15.50, has led to his fall in rankings. His overall Test batting average has also dipped to 47.83, the lowest since November 2016. After the forgettable series, Kohli dropped to the 22nd spot in the ICC rankings, a league that he last formed a part of in December 2014.

Along with Virat Kohli, India’s Test captain, Rohit Sharma, also dropped from his position among the ICC ranking batsman, falling to 26th spot. Meanwhile, India’s standing as the No. 1 team in ODIs and T20Is remains intact, but they have slipped to second place in Tests, trailing Australia after a 3-0 series loss to New Zealand. Despite Kohli’s dip, several Indian players have been named as leading ICC-ranking batsmen. Yashasvi Jaiswal ranks fourth among Test batters, with Rishabh Pant at sixth and Shubman Gill at 16th.

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Pant overtakes Kohli in ICC Test batting rankings; Ravindra enters top 20

India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has overtaken his team-mate Virat Kohli in the ICC Test batting rankings, while New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra enters top 20 list in the same category.

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#Joe Root, Yashasvi Jaiswal take big strides in ICC Test rankings #TATAIPL #IPL24

#IPL24 # Joe Root‘s first century in England’s ongoing tour of India has lifted the batter to No. 3, while Yashasvi Jaiswal‘s consistent scores have taken him to No. 12 on ICC’s rankings for Test batters. Root’s unbeaten 122 in the fourth Test, his first major contribution with the bat this series, lifted him two places and into the top three. His exploits as an offspinner have also moved him…

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Hazlewood, Lyon Rise In Test Bowlers Rankings, Bumrah Continues To Lead

Test Player Rankings: Australia's Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon have narrowed the gap with ace Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the latest ICC Men's Test Player Rankings following their exceptional performance in the opening game against New Zealand.With India pace spearhead Bumrah leading the way on the list for Test bowlers, both pacer Hazlewood (up one place to fourth) and spinner Nathan Lyon (up two spots to sixth) have been rewarded for the performance in Wellington. The Aussie duo shared 14 wickets between them in Australia's emphatic 172-run victory in the opening Test in Wellington. Hazlewood picked a pair of New Zealand wickets in each innings while Lyon helped himself to 10 scalps in total as Australia dominated the contest at Basin Reserve. New Zealand's Matt Henry and Glenn Phillips each collected a five-wicket haul during that first Test against Australia, with the former moving up seven places to 18th on the list for Test bowlers and the latter improving 19 spots to 48th. In the batting chart, Australia batter Cameron Green has advanced towards the top 20 after his unbeaten century helped Australia defeat New Zealand by 172 runs in the first Test in Wellington. Green, who was named Player of the Match for his 174 not out in the first innings, has moved up 22 places to 23rd position. New Zealand batter Kane Williamson remained on top of the batting chart despite scores of just zero and nine in Wellington while Steve Smith, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne slipped down the rankings. Smith has dropped a position to third (behind Joe Root) after scores of 31 and zero, the first time he has gone below 800 rating points since 2014. Labuschagne is out of the top 10 for the first time since December 2019 after managing just three runs in the match. With Head also slipping one slot, India batters Virat Kohli (one spot to be placed eight, Yashaswi Jaiswal (up two places to 10th) and Rohit Sharma (up two places to 11th) have all gained in the rankings. The latest weekly update to the men’s rankings also considers performances in the one-off Test between Afghanistan and Ireland in Abu Dhabi. Mark Adair has moved up 30 slots to 69th position among bowlers after finishing with an eight-wicket match haul that helped Ireland win their first Test in history. Andy Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Paul Stirling and Andy McBrine have all moved up within the top 100 in the batting rankings. Afghanistan batter Hashmatullah Shahidi has gained five slots to reach 81st position while Naveed Zadran has moved up 32 places to reach 79th position among bowlers. Read the full article

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King Kohli is the 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 of the latest ICC Test & ODI batters ranking.

𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 : 𝑰𝑵𝑺𝑻𝑨𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑴 𝑭𝑨𝑪𝑬𝑩𝑶𝑶𝑲 𝑻𝑾𝑰𝑻𝑻𝑬𝑹

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Legends of Indian Cricket: Hall of Fame Heroes

Explore the remarkable journeys and lasting impact of India's cricket icons enshrined in the ICC Hall of Fame, from Gavaskar to Tendulkar.

In India, where cricket is practically a religion, the sport has been shaped by the careers of a number of legendary figures. In honour of their outstanding achievements and lasting impact on the sport of cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has established a Hall of Fame. A player's current ranking in the cricketing world can be gleaned via the ICC Ranking, which offers a dynamic evaluation of their performance across international cricket formats.

Staying abreast on the newest happenings in the cricketing world is just as important as commemorating the accomplishments of Indian cricketers in the ICC Hall of Fame. Cricket fans can keep themselves apprised of forthcoming matches and tournaments by consulting the Cricket Schedule, which gives them the opportunity to see the sport's rising stars in action. Follow the ever-changing world of international cricket with the help of ICC rankings and cricket schedules, and delve into the careers of these Hall of Fame honorees.

Sunil Gavaskar:

Sunil Gavaskar, better known as the "Little Master," became the first Indian cricketer to be elected into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2009. Between 1971 and 1987, Gavaskar was a legend in Indian cricket as a brilliant opening batsman who broke countless records.

Bishan Singh Bedi:

Prominent left-handed bowler Bishan Singh Bedi was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2009 for his stunning left-arm spin. In the '60s and '70s, Bedi was an integral part of India's bowling assault. His deftness with the ball won him acclaim from fans throughout the world.

Kapil Dev:

The 1983 Cricket World Cup-winning Indian team captain, Kapil Dev, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2010. Beyond his iconic batting performance and important wickets with the ball, all-rounder Kapil Dev has made indelible contributions to Indian cricket.

Anil Kumble:

In 2015, Anil Kumble was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame for his unfaltering precision and knack for outwitting batters. He is widely considered one of the finest spin bowlers in cricket history. Kumble has made a lasting impact on the sport of Test cricket and holds the record for most wickets taken by an Indian player.

Rahul Dravid:

Rahul Dravid joined the Hall of Fame in 2018 after a stellar career marked by technical prowess and dogged perseverance. Many young cricketers look forward to Dravid, who is known as "The Wall" of Indian cricket, because of his brilliant leadership and outstanding batting.

Sachin Tendulkar:

With his 2019 Hall of Fame induction, Sachin Tendulkar solidified his status as one of cricket's all-time great batsmen. Over the course of his 24-year international career, Tendulkar set a plethora of records and became a cricketing legend around the world.

Virender Sehwag:

A 2018 Hall of Fame inductee, Virender Sehwag is famous for his aggressive hitting style and lack of fear on the pitch. For India, Sehwag was a game-changer because of his command of bowling attacks across all forms of the game.

Yuvraj Singh:

Hall of Famer Yuvraj Singh was an integral part of the Indian squad that won the ICC World Twenty20 in 2007 and the Cricket World Cup in 2011. The Indian cricket team will never be the same thanks to his daring batting and superb fielding.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Indian cricketers inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame have made a lasting impact on the sport and on the globe at large. We will remember them for centuries to come because of their outstanding leadership, cricketing prowess, and contributions to the sport.

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Who Will Rule the Test Cricket World? Join the Excitement of Australia vs India in the WTC Final!

WTC Final 2023 Fantasy Team: The highly anticipated final of the World Test Championship, featuring Australia and India, is set to take place at the picturesque Kennington Oval in London from 7th to 11th June 2023. These two teams have emerged as powerhouses in Test cricket in recent times, guaranteeing an enthralling and closely contested match.

India currently holds the top spot in the Test rankings and boasts a formidable batting lineup led by the exceptional Virat Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara. Their bowling attack is equally impressive, with the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, and Ravindra Jadeja, all adept at taking wickets. Pujara and Kohli have been the standout run-scorers for India in the World Test Championship cycle, while Ashwin has been their leading wicket-taker and the third-highest overall.

Australia ranked second in Test cricket, possesses a formidable batting order spearheaded by Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith. Complementing their batting prowess, their bowling attack features the talents of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Nathan Lyon, all highly skilled in claiming crucial wickets.

Also Read: What will happen if the WTC 2023 final is drawn or washed out?

Match Information

Game: Australia vs India, Final

Match: ICC World Test Championship Final

Date: 7th June 2023, Wednesday

Time: 3:00 PM IST

Venue: Kennington Oval, London

Probable Playing XI

Australia

David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, TM Head, C Green, AT Carey(wk), Pat Cummins(C), Mitchell Starc, SM Boland, Nathan Lyon Bench: JP Inglis, MS Harris, Matt Renshaw, MR Marsh, Josh Hazlewood, Todd Murphy

India

Rohit Sharma(C), Shubman Gill, CA Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Axar Patel, RA Jadeja, Ishan Kishan(wk), Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, M Shami Bench: KS Bharat, Yashasvi Jaiswal, SA Yadav, Ravichandran Ashwin, UT Yadav, Jaydev Unadkat, Mukesh Kumar

Also Read: Fans from the United States can watch the final of WTC 2023 here

Injury and Availability News

Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the game.

Weather Report

Mostly sunny.

Pitch Condition

The pitch at Kennington Oval is expected to be balanced, offering a fair contest between bat and ball.

Average 1st Inning Score

155.

Win Prediction

India.

Pitch Report

Kennington Oval is a traditional English ground renowned for its fast and bouncy pitches. However, in recent years, the pitch has become more even, providing assistance to spin bowlers. The upcoming pitch is anticipated to be dry, hard, and possess some grass cover. Overall, it should offer an ideal setting for Test cricket, demanding both teams to perform exceptionally well to secure victory.

Player Picks

Captains

Virat Kohli (IND | BAT)

Kohli has been the second-highest run-scorer for India in the current WTC cycle, accumulating 869 runs in 28 innings with an average of 32.18. He arrives at this game following a successful campaign in the recently concluded Indian Premier League.

Usman Khawaja (AUS | BAT)

Khawaja has been the leading run-scorer for Australia in the WTC cycle, amassing 1608 runs in 28 innings at an impressive average of 69.91. He was the top scorer in the previous Test series against India.

Rohit Sharma (IND | BAT)

Sharma has accumulated 700 runs in 17 innings during the WTC cycle, with an average of 43.75. This match will mark his 50th Test appearance, and he will be eager to make a significant impact.

Players to Avoid in Your Fantasy Sports Team

Srikar Bharat (IND | WK)

Bharat made his Test debut against Australia this year but managed to score only 101 runs in four games.

Mitchell Marsh (AUS | ALL)

Although Marsh has been recalled to the Australian side, it is uncertain whether he will make it to the playing XI for this game.

WTC Final 2023 Fantasy Team Suggestion

Wicket-keepers: Ishan Kishan, Alex Carey

Batters: Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith

All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Cameron Green

Bowlers: Mohammed Shami, Mitchell Starc

DISCLAIMER:

The team selection presented in this article is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. When making your own team selection, please take into consideration the points mentioned and use your own judgment.

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ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings: Bumrah reclaims top spot; Jaiswal attains career-best

Following India’s 295-run win over Australia in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at Perth, India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has come back as the top-ranked bowler in the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings. Apart from him, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is another big gainer, as he achieved a career-best second spot in the batters’ list. Bumrah picked eight wickets, including a five-wicket haul in the…