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ICC ODI Rankings: Bad news has emerged for Pakistani cricket fans. The Pakistan cricket team has suffered a setback in the latest ICC ODI rankings. Interestingly, the team is not currently playing any ODI matches, yet it has slipped one spot in the rankings.
Australia's Victory Causes Loss for Pakistan
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The primary reason for this drop is the final match of the ODI series played between Australia and South Africa. In this match, the Australian cricket team defeated South Africa and secured crucial rating points. While this victory boosted Australia's ranking, it pushed the Pakistani team down the table without them even stepping onto the field.
Australia Reaches No. 4, Pakistan Slips to 5th Position
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Before the final ODI against South Africa, the situation in the ICC ODI rankings was quite intriguing:
- Before the Match: Australia was in 5th place with 100 rating points, while Pakistan was in 4th place also with 100 rating points due to a superior decimal calculation.
- After the Match: Upon winning the final match, Australia's rating rose to 102, allowing them to claim the fourth spot. Meanwhile, Pakistan slipped to the 5th position with a rating of 100.
Upcoming Test Series Between Australia and South Africa
With the ODI series concluded, both teams are now shifting their focus to red-ball cricket. A three-match Test series between Australia and South Africa is set to begin on October 9.
This series will prove crucial for both teams in the context of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC).Comeback Opportunity for Pakistan in October: Tri-Series to Decide the Future Path
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The Pakistan cricket team is set to get an opportunity to reclaim its lost position soon. In October, Pakistan will host an ODI tri-series on home soil, featuring teams from Sri Lanka and England.
- First Match: Starts on October 18.
- Ranking Equation: If the Pakistan team performs exceptionally well and wins matches in this tri-series, it will have a great chance to return to the fourth spot. However, if the team's performance is disappointing or it faces defeat, its rating will drop further, potentially causing it to slide even lower in the rankings.
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