Shubman Gill Becomes the New No.1 ODI Batter, Siraj Reclaims Top Bowling Spot, and Kohli Surges in ICC Rankings
Gill No.1 ODI Batter: Babar Azam’s two-year reign as the finest player in the world has come to an end with Shubman Gill rising to the top of the ODI batting rankings. This is a spectacular turn of events.
With his stellar performance at the 2023 World Cup, Gill cemented his position as the fourth Indian and second fastest (41 innings) to become the No. 1 ODI batter, joining the ranks of the likes of Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar.
The Prince of Indian Cricket is now the King of ODI Rankings
Gill’s explosive ascent was fueled by his dependable and impressive World Cup performances, where he demonstrated his batting prowess. He scored an astounding 1449 runs at a strike rate of 103.72 and an excellent average of 63 in 2023.
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Throughout the year, the young Indian prodigy scored an amazing seven hundreds and five half-centuries, with a career-high 208.
In the meantime, Babar Azam lost his hold on the #1 spot despite his own excellent World Cup performance. After eight innings and four half-centuries, the gap with the rapidly improving Gill had narrowed to the point where he had to do more to stay in the lead.
Miya Magic Reclaims his NO.1 spot
Regarding bowling, Mohammed Siraj has taken back his position as the world’s top-ranked ODI bowler. With 709 points, Siraj tops the rankings after his outstanding efforts in the present World Cup. Siraj’s steady demonstration of skill and accuracy with the ball has propelled him to this esteemed position.
King Kohli also Jumps Up a few Spots in the Rankings
In addition to these changeovers, Virat Kohli has risen three spots to take fourth position in the ICC ODI rankings, which is a substantial jump. Kohli’s rise in the rankings is partly due to his reliable form and leadership in the field, which further solidifies his reputation as one of the best ODI cricket players.
The growth in popularity of Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj’s comeback, and Virat Kohli’s ascent demonstrate how the ODI scene is changing. So check back soon for additional up-to-date information.