Abhishek Sharma Breaks This Record in ICC T20I Batter Rankings

Indian left‑hand opener Abhishek Sharma has etched his name in history by achieving a career‑highest rating in the ICC Men’s T20I batter rankings. His stellar performance in the Asia Cup propelled him past previous benchmarks, putting him at the top of the global list.

Sharma’s Record-Breaking Leap

• In the latest ICC rankings update, Sharma achieved a rating of 931 points, making it the highest rating ever recorded in the T20I batter category.
• He surpassed Dawid Malan’s 2020 record of 919 points.
• This performance positions him ahead of England’s Phil Salt, with Tilak Varma holding third place.
• Sharma’s ascent was fueled by an elegant half‑century in India’s match against Sri Lanka during the Asia Cup.

Tournament Performance & Awards

• At the Asia Cup, Sharma amassed 314 runs across the tournament at an average of 44.85, earning him the Player of the Tournament distinction.
• His consistency and flair at the top of the order were central to India’s success.

Other Ranking Movers

• In bowling, Varun Chakravarthy retained his top spot in the T20I bowling rankings.
• Kuldeep Yadav, Shaheen Afridi, and Rishad Hossain posted notable gains in the updated list.
• In the all‑rounders’ chart, Pakistan’s Saim Ayub overtook Hardik Pandya to reach the No. 1 position, pushing Pandya to second place.

Key facts to remember

• New top rating: 931 points
• Record broken: Dawid Malan’s 919
• Award: Player of the Tournament (Asia Cup)
• Notable ranking changes: Chakravarthy retains bowling lead, Saim Ayub becomes top all‑rounder