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Virat Kohli takes over ICC rankings

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Virat Kohli takes over ICC rankings

Islamabad —The newest ICC rankings have sparked excitement across the cricket world as big names move up the charts. In the latest update, Indian batting star Virat Kohli has stormed back to the No.1 spot in the ODI batting rankings, ending a long wait of nearly five years and reclaiming his place at the top after a brilliant innings in India’s win over New Zealand.

Pakistani cricketers have also made their presence felt in the latest ICC rankings, giving fans plenty to cheer about. Babar Azam remains among the top ranked batters in the ODI format, showing his consistency at the highest level. Young talents like Saim Ayub have climbed the charts in T20Is, highlighting Pakistan’s growing bench strength. In bowling, players such as Abrar Ahmed continue to push into the upper tiers, reflecting Pakistan’s strong bowling tradition. Overall, Pakistan’s solid representation in the rankings has boosted optimism among fans ahead of upcoming international challenges.

On the team side, India continues to dominate the ODI team rankings, holding the No.1 position with a healthy lead. This strong showing reflects consistent wins and strong individual performances. Meanwhile, other countries like New Zealand, Australia, and Sri Lanka also sit high in the rankings, building anticipation for future matches.

The ICC rankings bring drama and emotion to the sport. Fans follow every shift closely as heroes rise and rivals chase glory in global cricket.

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zaryun pervaiz
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zaryun pervaiz

The writer is a political analyst covering politics, national security, foreign affairs, policy shifts in South Asia and beyond, energy and economy.

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