Rohit Sharma & Rachin Ravindra Climb ICC ODI Rankings After Champions Trophy 2025

Rohit Sharma and Rachin Ravindra Surge in ICC ODI Rankings After Champions Trophy 2025

The latest ICC Men’s ODI Rankings have been released following the conclusion of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, with some notable gains for key performers in the tournament. India’s captain Rohit Sharma and New Zealand’s rising star Rachin Ravindra have made significant strides in the batting rankings, while Mitchell Santner and Kuldeep Yadav have surged in the bowling rankings after impressive outings in the high-pressure matches.

Rohit Sharma Breaks Into the Top Three

India’s skipper Rohit Sharma has climbed two spots to third place in the ICC ODI Batting Rankings, following a commanding performance in the final against New Zealand in Dubai. His crucial 76 off 83 deliveries at the top of the order helped set up India’s chase of 252, ultimately leading them to victory. Rohit’s consistency throughout the tournament further cements his reputation as one of the most reliable ODI batters in the world.

Rachin Ravindra’s Breakthrough in ICC Rankings

New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra has emerged as one of the biggest movers in the latest ICC ODI rankings update. After a sensational 108-run knock against South Africa in the semifinals and a determined 37-run effort in the final against India, Ravindra has climbed 14 spots to a career-best 14th position in the batting rankings.

Ravindra’s all-round abilities also earned him the Player of the Tournament award, finishing with 263 runs and three wickets in the competition. His impact was not just limited to batting he has also moved 22 places to 98th in the bowling rankings and made an impressive leap of eight places to eighth in the all-rounder rankings. His ability to contribute in all departments has positioned him as one of the most exciting young players in international cricket.

Other Batting Movers: Van der Dussen, Phillips, and Williamson Gain

Apart from Rohit and Ravindra, several other batters have made progress in the ICC ODI batting rankings:

• Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa): Moved one place up to 13th after scoring a vital 69 in the semifinals.

• Glenn Phillips (New Zealand): Jumped six places to 24th following consistent performances.

• David Miller (South Africa): Climbed five spots to 26th.

• Kane Williamson (New Zealand): Improved two places to 27th, showcasing his steady influence in crucial matches.

• Temba Bavuma (South Africa): Advanced one spot to 32nd.

Bowling Rankings: Mitchell Santner Achieves Career-Best Ranking

New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner has climbed six places to a career-best second position in the ICC ODI Bowling Rankings, after his remarkable performances in the Champions Trophy semifinal and final. Santner claimed two wickets in the final and three in the semifinal, playing a key role in New Zealand’s strong campaign.

India’s Kuldeep Yadav also made a notable jump in the rankings, rising three places to third after his two-wicket haul in the final. His ability to deliver under pressure in crucial moments has solidified his standing as one of the world’s premier ODI spinners.

Other Bowlers on the Rise

Several bowlers have gained ground in the ICC ODI Bowling Rankings, including:

• Ravindra Jadeja (India): Re-entered the top 10.

• Michael Bracewell (New Zealand): Moved up 10 places to 18th after an all-round contribution in the final.

• Lungi Ngidi (South Africa): Climbed two places to 33rd.

• Axar Patel (India): Moved two spots to 38th.

• Varun Chakravarthy (India): Leaped 16 places to 80th.

All-Rounder Rankings: Santner and Bracewell on the Rise

Mitchell Santner’s contributions with both bat and ball have pushed him to fourth place in the all-rounder rankings, while Michael Bracewell has climbed to seventh following his quickfire 53 not out off 40 balls in the final.

The Impact of the Champions Trophy 2025

The latest ICC ODI rankings update highlights the impact of Champions Trophy performances on player standings. While India’s title-winning campaign has strengthened Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav’s positions in their respective categories, New Zealand’s strong run has propelled Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, and Michael Bracewell up the rankings.

What’s Next

With the ICC Champions Trophy now concluded, teams will shift their focus to upcoming ODI series and ICC events. The rankings are expected to see further shifts as players continue to push for supremacy in international cricket.