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Ishan Kishan Soars to 8th in ICC T20I Rankings After Match-Winning 77 vs Pakistan

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has surged 17 places to eighth in the ICC Men's T20I player rankings following his Player of the Match performance against Pakistan. His innings of 77 in Colombo was pivotal in his rise, making him India's leading run-scorer in the tournament. The rankings also see a close contest at the top for bowlers and all-rounders, with Rashid Khan and Pakistan's Saim Ayub making significant moves. Several other players, including Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah, have also climbed the rankings after strong World Cup showings.

Key Points: Ishan Kishan Jumps to 8th in ICC T20I Batting Rankings

  • Kishan jumps 17 spots to 8th
  • Sharma leads batter rankings
  • Rashid Khan gains on Chakravarthy
  • Saim Ayub tops all-rounders list
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Ishan Kishan moves to 8th place in ICC T20I rankings after heroic innings against Pakistan

Ishan Kishan climbs 17 spots to 8th in ICC T20I rankings after his 77 against Pakistan. Latest updates on Sharma, Rashid Khan, and Ayub.

"His best knock came against arch-rivals Pakistan... making a majestic 77. - ICC Report"

New Delhi, February 18

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has jumped 17 places to eighth in the latest ICC Men's T20I player rankings following his Player of the Match heroics against Pakistan in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Kishan is India's leading run-scorer in the ongoing T20 World Cup and sixth overall. He has slammed 158 runs in three innings at an average of 52.66, including two fifties. His best knock came against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday in Colombo, where he smashed Pakistani bowlers all over the ground, making a majestic 77.

According to ICC website, India opener Abhishek Sharma continues to be on top of the batter rankings despite some recent concerns over his form. There is a tight battle at the top of the T20I bowler rankings, with Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan gaining one place to move to second overall and close the gap with Indian counterpart Varun Chakravarthy.

Zimbabwe pacer Brad Evans has jumped 10 spots to fifth following consecutive three-wicket hauls at the T20 World Cup. There were also gains for Axar Patel (up four places to 14th) and Jasprit Bumrah (up six spots to 15th) and Ireland spinner Matthew Humphreys (up 23 rungs to 23rd).

The tight battle for top spot among all-rounders continues as Pakistan's Saim Ayub rose to the top once again.

Ayub and Sikandar Raza have been in a tight battle in recent times, with both of them having made it to the top.

Ayub regained the top rank on back of his three-wicket haul against India in Colombo at the T20 World Cup.

Nepal's Dipendra Singh Airee (up two places) and Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai (up four spots) share the fourth place in all-rounders list after strong recent performances.

In batter rankings, the players who made gains included South Africa's Ryan Rickelton (up 22 spots to 11th) and Aiden Markram (up six spot to equal 15th), USA's Saiteja Mukkamalla (up 16 places to 21st) and England youngster Jacob Bethell (up 22 slots to 32nd).

- ANI

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Sarah B
Great to see his hard work paying off. But I hope the team management gives him a consistent run now. He's been in and out of the side too often. Consistency in selection is key for a young player's confidence.
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Vikram M
Well deserved! His strike rate has been phenomenal. However, I'm a bit concerned about Abhishek Sharma's form at the top. We need our number one batter to fire in the knockouts. The bowling rankings show how competitive T20 cricket has become globally.
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Priya S
So proud of Ishan! 🎉 He took the attack to the Pakistani bowlers from ball one. That's the mentality. Also good to see Axar and Bumrah moving up. Our bowling attack looks solid.
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Rohit P
Rankings are good, but the trophy is what matters. The team is peaking at the right time. Focus should be on the semi-final now. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
Interesting to see the global spread in the rankings - Nepal, Afghanistan, USA all featuring. The game is growing. But well done to Kishan, that was a special innings under pressure.

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