In the latest ICC T20 rankings released on February 11, India’s Abhishek Sharma has solidified his position at the top of the batters’ list, showcasing his explosive form in the shortest format. Meanwhile, compatriot Varun Chakaravarthy continues to dominate the bowlers’ chart as the number one spinner, underlining India’s strength in T20 cricket.
Zimbabwe’s captain Sikandar Raza has surged to the pinnacle of the all-rounders’ rankings, dethroning Pakistan’s Saim Ayub and marking a significant milestone for the African side. This reshuffle highlights the dynamic nature of T20 rankings, influenced heavily by recent international performances.
Breaking down the batters’ top 10, England’s Phil Salt holds second place, followed by Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan, who leaped four spots thanks to a match-winning 73-run knock against USA. England’s Jos Buttler and India’s Tilak Varma complete the top five, with Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka at six. Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav sits seventh, while New Zealand’s Tim Seifert, Australia’s Travis Head, and skipper Pat Cummins’ teammate Mitchell Marsh round out the top 10.
On the bowling front, Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed is second, Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan third, and England’s Adil Rashid fourth. Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga, New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy, Pakistan’s Mohammad Nawaz, Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman, Australia’s Adam Zampa, and Afghanistan’s Mujeeb Ur Rahman follow in the top 10.
Raza’s ascent in all-rounders comes after consistent contributions with bat and ball, pushing Ayub to second. India’s Hardik Pandya remains third, with West Indies’ Roston Chase and Pakistan’s Nawaz in fourth and fifth. Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee, West Indies’ Romario Shepherd, Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, and Hasaranga complete the list.
These rankings reflect the intense competition in global T20 cricket, setting the stage for upcoming tournaments where these stars will aim to maintain or climb higher.