ICC T20I rankings: Sikandar Raza claims No. 1 all-rounder spot; Shivam Dube and Ishan Kishan advance

The latest update of the ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, reflecting the high-stakes drama of the ongoing situation 2026 T20 World Cup. As the tournament reaches the crucial Super Eight stage, consistent performers are rewarded with significant leaps and bounds, while veteran stars prove age is just a number. By Zimbabwe‘s historical revival India’With the increasing firepower of the middle class, the graphs now reflect the power shift currently unfolding on the field.

Shivam Dube and Ishan Kishan register remarkable jumps in their respective ICC rankings

India’s white-ball depth is on full display in the latest rankings, with power hitter Shivam Dubey and wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan make significant progress. Dube, whose ability to dismantle spinners has become a vital asset for the Men in Blue, has jumped to a career-high seventh position in the all-rounders rankings. His recent Player of the Match performance against the Netherlands, where he blasted 66 from just 31, cemented his status as one of the most impactful utility players in the world.

On the battlefront, Ishan Kishan has made a resounding return to the highest level. After a brief hiatus from the national set-up, Kishan’s explosive form during the group stage has taken him three places to fifth in the overall standings. He joins a dominant Indian batting contingent that includes Abhishek Sharmawhich remarkably maintains its number 1 position despite a series of low scores. This surge from Kishan and Dube underlines India’s aggressive new-age T20 philosophy, which prioritizes strike rates and multi-dimensional skills.

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Sikandar Raza rises to number 1 all-rounder of the T20I format

The headline of the week comes from Zimbabwe’s talismanic skipper, Sikandar Raza. In what has been a seesaw battle for supremacy, Raza has officially reclaimed the No. 1 position in the ICC T20I all-rounder rankings. The 39-year-old veteran caught up with Pakistan’s rising star Saim Ayub after a string of vintage performances that took Zimbabwe to the Super Eight stage, a feat that famously saw the elimination of former champions Australia.

Raza’s rise is no fluke; it is a direct result of his match-winning contributions under immense pressure. He played a crucial role in the victory over Sri Lanka in Colombo with a smooth 45 and followed this up with a gritty 27 against the West Indies in Mumbai. His ability to provide four economical overs of off-spin while anchoring the middle order has made him the most valuable asset in the shortest format.

While Raza has the top spot for the time being, the competition is breathing down his neck. That of Afghanistan Mohammed Nabi moved up to 6th, and that of South Africa Corbin Bosch made a rapid jump of 21 places to third in the bowling charts, indicating that the race for the top will only intensify as the 2026 World Cup reaches its business end.

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