ICC Test Rankings: Pant Soars to Career Best, Bumrah Reigns Supreme, Root Still King

The ICC Test rankings have been updated, reflecting noteworthy changes in the global cricket arena following compelling performances in both Test and T20I matches. Rishabh Pant of India and Ben Duckett of England are among the top gainers, reaching new career-high rankings after their significant contributions in the first Test of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at Headingley.

Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah: Key players in the latest ICC Test rankings update.

Rishabh Pant has made a significant leap to seventh place in the ICC Test batting rankings following his remarkable twin centuries at Headingley. His scores of 134 and 118 made him only the second wicketkeeper in Test history, after Zimbabwe’s Andy Flower in 2001, to achieve centuries in both innings of a match. Pant also becomes the first Indian wicket-keeper batter to achieve 800 rating points in Test history, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Joe Root remains the top-ranked Test batter globally, closely followed by his fellow countryman Harry Brook, who secures the second position. India’s Shubman Gill has also climbed up the rankings, moving five places to claim the 20th spot after his stylish century in the first innings.

Current leaders in the ICC Batting Rankings.

Top bowlers in the ICC Rankings.

ICC All-Rounder Rankings leaders.

India’s Jasprit Bumrah continues to hold the top position as the world’s No. 1 Test bowler, further solidifying his dominance with the red ball after another impressive five-wicket haul at Headingley. England’s Ben Stokes has also seen a rise, climbing three places to secure the No. 5 spot in the Test all-rounder rankings, his highest in recent months, boosted by his contributions with both bat and ball.

In the T20I rankings, the tri-series in Glasgow, featuring the Netherlands, Nepal, and Scotland, has led to significant changes. Dutch batter Michael Levitt has risen 16 places to 14th after a series of consistent performances. Scotland’s Brandon McMullen has also made an impact, climbing 20 spots to reach joint 38th position.

The ICC rankings continue to serve as a crucial indicator of individual excellence in cricket, with each run and wicket influencing the sport's competitive hierarchy.