Dubai/New Delhi, March 11 — India spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has slipped from the top position in the latest ICC T20 International bowling rankings, while wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan has made a notable jump in the batting standings after recent performances in the shortest format.
The updated rankings, released by the International Cricket Council (ICC), reflect shifts across multiple categories following recent international matches played by several teams. Chakaravarthy, who previously occupied the No.1 spot among T20I bowlers, has moved down the rankings after other bowlers gained points from recent fixtures.
Change at the top of bowling rankings
Chakaravarthy’s drop marks a significant shift in the bowling leaderboard. The mystery spinner had climbed to the summit earlier on the back of consistent performances and strong wicket-taking spells in T20 internationals.
However, the latest update shows other bowlers gaining ground after recent matches, pushing the Indian spinner down from the top position. Despite the change, Chakaravarthy continues to remain among the leading bowlers in the global T20 rankings.
His performances over the past year have been instrumental in India’s bowling lineup in the format, particularly during bilateral series and major tournaments.
Ishan Kishan moves up in batting rankings
Meanwhile, Ishan Kishan registered one of the biggest gains among Indian players in the latest rankings update. The left-handed batter climbed several places in the ICC T20I batting rankings, reflecting his recent scoring performances.
Kishan has been part of India’s white-ball setup and has played several impactful innings at the top of the order. His aggressive approach and ability to score quickly during the powerplay have made him an important option in the team’s T20 strategy.
The ranking improvement highlights his growing influence in the format as India continues to rotate players across international series.
Rankings influenced by recent matches
The ICC rankings are updated regularly based on player performances in international matches. Batters gain points through runs and consistency, while bowlers earn ranking points based on wickets taken, economy rate and match impact.
Several recent T20 matches involving different international teams contributed to the latest rankings reshuffle.
Importance of ICC rankings
While ICC rankings do not directly determine team selection, they serve as a widely recognised measure of player performance across formats. Consistent performers often remain near the top of the rankings, which reflect both recent results and sustained form.
For India, the presence of multiple players among the top-ranked performers in T20 internationals highlights the depth of talent available in the format.
With several international series and tournaments scheduled throughout the year, further movement in the rankings is expected as players continue to compete at the highest level.
