The ICC released the latest T20 International rankings on March 19th, revealing a decline in the position of former Pakistan captain Babar Azam. Previously ranked 7th, Babar has slipped one place to 8th.
Sports News: The ICC released the latest T20 rankings on March 19th, showing minimal changes overall. However, former Pakistan captain Babar Azam experienced a one-position drop. Babar Azam's batting performance has been inconsistent across all three formats of cricket recently, impacting his ICC ranking. Meanwhile, New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert showcased a remarkable performance, achieving a significant leap of 20 places.
Babar Azam's recent batting slump is clearly reflected in his ranking. He currently sits at 8th place with 702 rating points. Unless his performance improves in upcoming matches, his chances of remaining in the top 10 are dwindling.
Tim Seifert's Meteoric Rise
New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Tim Seifert's outstanding performance in the ongoing T20I series against Pakistan has earned him a remarkable jump in the rankings. Seifert climbed 20 places to secure the 13th position. He now has 641 rating points, one of the best rankings of his career.
Indian Batsmen Dominate Top 10
The latest ICC T20 rankings highlight the continued dominance of Indian batsmen. Three Indian players secured places in the top 10—
Abhishek Sharma (829 rating points) - 2nd place
Tilak Varma - 4th place
Suryakumar Yadav (739 rating points) - 5th place
Furthermore, young Indian star Yashasvi Jaiswal has also secured a position in the top 15, reaching 12th place with 673 rating points.
No Changes in Bowling Rankings
The T20 International bowling rankings show no significant changes. The top 10 bowlers remain unchanged, with no new entrants. Looking at Babar Azam's career, he has been a consistent presence in the top 3 of the T20I rankings for an extended period. However, his recent poor form and increasing criticism regarding his strike rate have led to a continuous decline in his ranking. If he fails to deliver b performances in Pakistan's upcoming matches, the risk of dropping out of the top 10 increases significantly.
