The stage is set for a thrilling contest between India and England, two powerhouses of international cricket. As the series gets underway, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the teams stack up against each other. On one hand, England boasts of formidable batsmen like Joe Root and Harry Brook, while on the other, India has a potent bowling attack led by Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav.
ICC Test Rankings: A Tale of Two Teams
A glance at the ICC Test rankings reveals an interesting picture. The batting rankings feature two players from each team, but England has the upper hand with Root and Brook occupying the top two spots. Root is currently the number one ranked batsman in the world, while Brook is hot on his heels at number two. India’s Yashasvi Jaiswal has risen to fourth in the rankings, and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant is also in the top 10, sitting pretty at number 10.
Bowling Rankings: India’s Dominance
When it comes to bowling, India has a clear edge. Jasprit Bumrah is the number one ranked bowler in the world, and Ravindra Jadeja is also in the top 10, sitting at number 10. England, on the other hand, does not have a single bowler in the top 10, which could be a cause for concern for the team.
Agricultural Showdown
As the series begins, it’s clear that England’s batting will be put to the test against India’s potent bowling attack. While England’s batsmen have been in fine form, India’s bowlers have the skills to dismiss them. The ICC rankings also suggest that there are several players who could make a significant impact in the series, including England captain Ben Stokes and India’s new captain, Shubman Gill.
- Joe Root: Number one ranked batsman in the world
- Harry Brook: Number two ranked batsman in the world
- Jasprit Bumrah: Number one ranked bowler in the world
- Ravindra Jadeja: Number 10 ranked bowler in the world
- Yashasvi Jaiswal: Number four ranked batsman in the world
- Rishabh Pant: Number 10 ranked batsman in the world