India captain Rohit Sharma has achieved a major career milestone by claiming the No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings for the very first time. After a brilliant performance in the three-match ODI series against Australia, Rohit Sharma now sits at the top with 781 rating points 17 ahead of Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran. This marks a historic moment for Indian cricket and a personal achievement for Rohit Sharma.
The 37-year-old opener impressed with consistent performances throughout the series. He scored 73 runs in the second ODI in Adelaide and followed it with an unbeaten 121 in Sydney, earning the Player of the Series title. These knocks helped Rohit Sharma leap past both Shubman Gill and Ibrahim Zadran in the updated ICC rankings. His previous best ranking was No. 2, first achieved in July 2018.
Other Major Movements In ICC Rankings
While Rohit Sharma grabbed the spotlight, several other players also made notable gains. India’s vice-captain Shreyas Iyer climbed one spot to reach ninth position after scoring a solid 61 in Adelaide before being sidelined due to injury.
Among bowlers, Australia’s Josh Hazlewood rose two places to eighth, while leg-spinner Adam Zampa also moved up two spots to 12th. Indian spinners Axar Patel and Washington Sundar made significant progress too moving up to 31st and 73rd positions respectively.
In the Test rankings, Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel advanced to 12th, and captain Shan Masood climbed to 42nd. South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj jumped nine places to 13th following a match-winning nine-wicket haul against Pakistan, while teammate Simon Harmer rose 26 places to 45th.
A New Chapter For Indian Cricket
With Rohit Sharma leading from the front, India continues to strengthen its dominance in the ODI format. His rise to No. 1 reinforces his reputation as one of the most consistent and impactful batters in world cricket. Fans and analysts alike see this as a sign of India’s readiness for future international challenges.
FAQs
Q: Who is the No. 1 ODI batter according to the ICC rankings?
A: Rohit Sharma is currently ranked No. 1 in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings.
Q: How did Rohit Sharma reach the top spot in ICC rankings?
A: He scored 73 and an unbeaten 121 in the ODI series against Australia, earning crucial points.
Q: Who are the top three batters in the ICC ODI rankings?
A: Rohit Sharma, Ibrahim Zadran, and Shubman Gill are currently the top three ODI batters.
Q: What was Rohit Sharma’s previous best ranking before this?
A: Rohit Sharma previously reached the No. 2 position in July 2018.
