The ICC released updated rankings with Smriti Mandhana retaining the top ODI batting spot while Indian players dominated the men\u2019s T20I rankings.<\/p>\n
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its latest rankings from its headquarters in Dubai, reflecting several notable changes across women\u2019s and men\u2019s international cricket. The rankings released on March 18, 2026 highlight strong performances by several Indian players, particularly in the women\u2019s ODI and men\u2019s T20I formats. Indian opener Smriti Mandhana continues to hold the number one position in the women\u2019s ODI batting rankings, while India\u2019s emerging stars have made significant progress in the men\u2019s T20I rankings.<\/p>\n
Smriti Mandhana retains top ODI ranking<\/p>\n
In the latest ICC Women\u2019s ODI batting rankings, India\u2019s Smriti Mandhana has successfully retained the number one position. Mandhana has been one of the most consistent performers in international women\u2019s cricket over the past few years. Her elegant stroke play and ability to anchor innings have made her a key player for India and a dominant figure in global rankings.
\nIndia\u2019s captain Harmanpreet Kaur has also made an impressive move in the rankings. She climbed to the seventh position after New Zealand\u2019s experienced batter Sophie Devine slipped to ninth place. Harmanpreet\u2019s recent performances have contributed significantly to her rise in the rankings.
\nNew Zealand batter Maddy Green also registered notable progress, climbing five places to reach the 17th position among ODI batters. Meanwhile, all-rounder Amelia Kerr improved her standing to reach joint 19th position in the batting rankings. These movements reflect the growing competitiveness in women\u2019s international cricket.<\/p>\n
India dominates men\u2019s T20I batting rankings<\/p>\n
In men\u2019s T20 International cricket, Indian players have achieved a historic milestone. Young batter Abhishek Sharma and wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan now occupy the top two positions in the ICC T20I batting rankings. This marks the first time that Indian players have secured the first and second positions simultaneously in the format\u2019s batting rankings.
\nSanju Samson also recorded a remarkable rise in the rankings. The Indian wicketkeeper-batter climbed 18 places to reach the 22nd position among T20I batters following his recent strong performances.<\/p>\n
Rashid Khan becomes No. 1 T20I bowler<\/p>\n
There have also been important changes in the bowling rankings. Afghanistan\u2019s star leg-spinner Rashid Khan has overtaken India\u2019s Varun Chakravarthy to become the number one bowler in T20I cricket. Rashid Khan has consistently been one of the most effective bowlers in the shortest format of the game.
\nIndia\u2019s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has also improved his position in the rankings and is now placed sixth among T20I bowlers. Bumrah\u2019s ability to deliver precise yorkers and control the game in death overs continues to make him one of the most valuable bowlers in world cricket.<\/p>\n
Sikandar Raza remains top all-rounder<\/p>\n
Zimbabwe\u2019s Sikandar Raza has retained the number one position in the ICC T20I all-rounder rankings. Raza has been in exceptional form in recent years and has consistently contributed with both bat and ball for Zimbabwe. His performances have earned him recognition as one of the most reliable all-rounders in the format.
\nThe latest ICC rankings demonstrate the evolving dynamics of international cricket where emerging players are challenging established stars. India\u2019s dominance in both the women\u2019s and men\u2019s rankings reflects the growing strength and depth of Indian cricket across formats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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