Not Kohli or Rohit: Meet 5 Indian Cricketers Who Now Rule the ICC Rankings Across Formats
Not Kohli or Rohit: Meet 5 Indian Cricketers Who Now Rule the ICC Rankings Across Formats
With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma stepping away from two major formats, a new era of Indian cricket dominance has emerged one led by a talented group of young and experienced cricketers who now top the ICC Rankings across formats. Here’s a look at the five Indian players currently ranked No. 1 in the world.
Hardik Pandya – No. 1 ICC Men’s T20I All-Rounder
Hardik Pandya has claimed the top spot in ICC T20I all-rounder rankings, thanks to his match-winning performances in recent international tournaments. He played a crucial role in India’s T20 World Cup campaign, scoring 144 runs and taking 11 wickets. As vice-captain, his composure under pressure and ability to deliver in crunch moments have made him indispensable.
Ravindra Jadeja – No. 1 ICC Men’s Test All-Rounder
Ravindra Jadeja continues to dominate the Test all-rounder rankings, holding the No. 1 position for over 1,100 days—a record in ICC history. With over 7,500 runs and 550+ wickets in first-class cricket, Jadeja’s consistency, bowling accuracy, and reliable batting make him a true multi-format legend.
Jasprit Bumrah – No. 1 ICC Men’s Test Bowler
Jasprit Bumrah currently sits at the top of the ICC Test bowling rankings, with a rating above 900 points. Known for his unorthodox action and deadly swing, Bumrah was Player of the Tournament in the 2024 T20 World Cup, where he took 15 wickets. Remarkably, he’s the only Indian to be ranked No. 1 across all formats in bowling.
Shubman Gill – No. 1 ICC Men’s ODI Batter
At just 25, Shubman Gill has become the world’s top ODI batter, surpassing names like Babar Azam and David Warner. He holds the record for the fastest 2,000 ODI runs in just 38 innings. Gill’s leadership skills were also on display when he captained India to a 3–0 win in Zimbabwe.
Smriti Mandhana – No. 1 ICC Women’s ODI Batter
Smriti Mandhana leads the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings, ahead of global stars like Laura Wolvaardt. With an ODI average of 43+, multiple ICC award nominations, and consistent WPL performances, Mandhana has become the face of Indian women’s cricket.
Disclaimer: Rankings and player stats are based on ICC data as of June 18, 2025, and are subject to change based on ongoing matches and tournament performances.
