The cricket world is abuzz with the latest updates from the ICC ODI rankings, and it’s no surprise that Team India is basking in the glory of their Champions Trophy triumph. By defeating New Zealand in the final, the Indian team has not only claimed the championship title for the third time but also solidified their position at the top of the ICC ODI team rankings. With a rating of 122, India is currently the team to beat, and their dominance is evident in the significant gap between them and the second-placed team, Australia, which has a rating of 110.
The Australian team, which was defeated by India in the semi-finals, is struggling to close the gap with the top-ranked team. Meanwhile, Pakistan, despite their disappointing performance in the Champions Trophy, where they failed to win a single match, has managed to cling to the third spot with a rating of 106. However, their position is precarious, as they are closely followed by New Zealand, which has a rating of 105. The narrow margin between these two teams sets the stage for an intense competition in the upcoming matches.
As we delve deeper into the rankings, we find South Africa occupying the fifth spot with a rating of 100, while Sri Lanka, despite failing to qualify for the Champions Trophy, has maintained its sixth position with a rating of 99. England, on the other hand, has had a lackluster performance in the tournament, which has resulted in them being ranked seventh with a rating of 88. The Afghan team is holding on to the eighth spot with a rating of 87, and Bangladesh is at ninth with a rating of 80.
It’s interesting to note that the Champions Trophy has had a significant impact on the ICC ODI team rankings, with teams like Pakistan and England experiencing a slump in their ratings. As the cricketing world looks forward to the upcoming matches, one thing is certain – the competition is going to be fierce, and teams will have to bring their A-game to climb up the rankings.
Here’s a snapshot of the current ICC ODI team rankings:
- India – 122 rating points
- Australia – 110 rating points
- Pakistan – 106 rating points
- New Zealand – 105 rating points
- South Africa – 100 rating points
- Sri Lanka – 99 rating points
- England – 88 rating points
- Afghanistan – 87 rating points
- Bangladesh – 80 rating points
With the cricketing landscape constantly evolving, it will be exciting to see how these teams perform in the upcoming matches and how the rankings change over time. One thing is for sure – the competition is going to be intense, and fans are in for a treat.
