Hardik Pandya Dominates Latest ICC ranking for T20 All Rounder

By Rohit - November 20, 2024
Last updated on Nov 20, 2024 05:51 PM

Hardik Pandya Back as No. 1 Allrounder in T20Is Latest ICC Rankings, Tilak Varma Enters Top 10

Hardik Pandya: A Return to the Pinnacle

Hardik Pandya, one of India's most versatile cricketers, has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the ICC T20I all-rounder rankings after his phenomenal performances against South Africa. Pandya played a pivotal role in India’s 3-1 series victory, proving his mettle with both the bat and the ball.

Why Pandya became number 1 ICC T20 Allrounder?

Pandya’s impact during the series was undeniable. His unbeaten 39 runs in the second match stabilized India’s innings in a challenging chase, while his economical bowling figures of 1/8 in three overs during the series-deciding fourth game were instrumental in clinching the series.

This is the second time Pandya has achieved the No. 1 ranking, the first being after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup earlier this year.

Tilak Varma: A Rising Star in T20I Batting Rankings

While Hardik Pandya's return to the top grabbed headlines, the ascent of Tilak Varma to the top 10 in the ICC T20I batting rankings is equally noteworthy. The 21-year-old left-hander has shown immense promise and delivered on the international stage with outstanding performances against South Africa.

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Unstoppable Form Against South Africa

Tilak Varma’s exploits in the series included two centuries and a total of 280 runs across four matches. These performances catapulted him up the rankings by an astonishing 69 places, making him India’s highest-ranked batter at No. 3, just behind world No. 1 batter Travis Head.

Other Indian Stars Shine in ICC Rankings

Sanju Samson: A Consistent Performer

Sanju Samson, another key player in the series, showcased his batting prowess with two centuries. His contributions helped him climb 17 spots to secure the 22nd position in the ICC T20I batting rankings.

Suryakumar Yadav Rankings drop

While Tilak Varma’s rise is significant, it also pushed Suryakumar Yadav, India’s T20I skipper, down one spot to the fourth position. Despite this, Yadav remains one of the most explosive batters in the world.