ICC Test Rankings For Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Back In Top 10, Babar Azam Slips

Pradeep Kumar Panda
Darshan Samikhya, Bhubaneswar

he cricketing world witnessed a seismic shift in the ICC Test rankings this week, as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma showcased their batting prowess in South Africa. Here’s a breakdown of the significant movements in the latest rankings. Virat Kohli, the talismanic Indian batsman, was the standout performer in the recent two-Test series against South Africa. Accumulating 172 runs in four innings, Kohli’s resolute batting propelled him from the 9th to the 6th position in the ICC Test Rankings. His hunger for runs seemed insatiable, even on challenging pitches, earning him 775 rating points. Rohit Sharma, India’s dynamic opener, showcased consistent form, securing his place in the Top 10. Rohit’s stellar performances propelled him from the 14th to the 10th position, amassing 748 rating points. His resurgence meant established names like Travis Head and Saud Shakeel dropped out of the elite batting club.