India’s cricket captain, Rohit Sharma, has made a triumphant return to the top 5 of the ICC men’s batting rankings for the first time since September 2021. This achievement comes just ahead of the much-anticipated Test series against Bangladesh, starting on September 19, 2024.
Rohit Sharma’s Journey Back to the Top
Rohit Sharma’s journey back to the top 5 has been marked by consistent performances and significant contributions to the Indian cricket team. His last notable performance was during India’s Test series against England earlier this year, where he scored two centuries and amassed 400 runs. This performance was crucial in India’s victory over England and played a significant role in his rise in the rankings.
Current ICC Test Rankings
As of the latest ICC Test rankings released on September 11, 2024, Rohit Sharma is the highest-ranked Indian batter, positioned at number 5. He is followed by his teammates Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who are ranked 6th and 7th, respectively. The top spot is currently held by England’s Joe Root, followed by New Zealand’s Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell.
Indian top-order trio Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Virat Kohli each advance one spot in the latest ICC Test batting rankings 🔼🇮🇳
Joe Root retains the No.1 position in the Test batting rankings 🔝 pic.twitter.com/7YYbWGClgr
— Cricket Addictor (@AddictorCricket) September 11, 2024
Impact on the Upcoming Bangladesh Series
Rohit Sharma’s return to the top 5 is a significant boost for the Indian team as they prepare for the two-Test series against Bangladesh. His form and leadership will be crucial for India as they aim to dominate the series. The trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Yashasvi Jaiswal will be looking to improve their rankings further with strong performances against Bangladesh.
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