Saim Ayub Climbs ICC T20I Rankings
Pakistan's strong performance in T20 Internationals in 2025 is clearly visible in the latest ICC T20I rankings. Following their impressive matches against South Africa, players like Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, and Salman Agha have all advanced significantly.
Batting Rankings Progress
- Babar Azam moved up nine spots to join 30th place.
- Saim Ayub climbed 10 places to 39th position.
- Salman Agha advanced 10 positions to 54th.
India's Abhishek Sharma continues to lead the batters' rankings, maintaining his top position.
Bowling Rankings and Notable Moves
Varun Chakravarthy from India retains his dominance as the number one bowler in T20Is. Other bowlers showing progress include:
- Josh Hazlewood (Australia) moving up two places to 10th.
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman (Afghanistan) making a notable leap.
- Mahedi Hasan (Bangladesh) advancing significantly.
Other Players Making Significant Gains
- West Indies captain Shai Hope rose to 12th position.
- Bangladesh’s Tanzid Hasan jumped 20 spots to 17th place.
- Afghan batsmen Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran climbed to 15th and 20th positions, respectively.
Pakistan had a stellar 2025, winning four of their five bilateral series, including a 2-1 home victory against South Africa.
These ranking updates reflect Pakistan's consistent performances and the continued battles for top spots among global T20 players.
Author’s summary: Pakistan players significantly improved their ICC T20I rankings in 2025, highlighting their strong form, while India’s Varun Chakravarthy holds firm as the leading bowler.