In the ongoing Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan's formidable pace bowling trio, consisting of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah, has showcased remarkable performances that have significantly impacted the latest International Cricket Council (ICC) one-day international (ODI) rankings.
Shaheen Shah Afridi Climbs to 5th Place
Shaheen Shah Afridi, the left-arm fast bowler, has jumped four spots to secure the 5th position in the latest ICC ODI rankings. His exceptional performance in the Asia Cup 2023, where he claimed six wickets in two matches, propelled him up the rankings.
Haris Rauf Rockets to 29th Place
Haris Rauf has experienced a meteoric rise in the rankings, surging 14 spots to reach the 29th position in the ICC ODI rankings. This marks a career-high ranking for the fast bowler, underlining his impressive form in the Asia Cup.
Naseem Shah Achieves Career-High Ranking at 68th
Naseem Shah, another promising Pakistani pacer, has also attained a career-high ranking. He currently stands at the 68th position in the ICC ODI rankings, showcasing the trio's collective success in the Asia Cup 2023.
Historic Feat Against India
The Pakistani speedsters' standout achievement came in their match against arch-rivals India, where they collectively took all ten wickets, solidifying their reputation as a potent bowling force.
Rising Stars: Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan
India's rising talents, Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan, have also reached new career-high ratings, making significant strides in the ICC ODI rankings.
- Shubman Gill's Unbeaten 67 Propels Him to 3rd Place
Shubman Gill's unbeaten 67* in a must-win clash against Nepal propelled him to a career-high rating of 750 points, securing 3rd place in the ODI player rankings. This impressive feat comes less than a month before the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.
- Ishan Kishan's Brilliant 82 Earns Him 24th Place
Ishan Kishan's brilliant 82 in the match against Pakistan in Pallekele earned him a career-best rating of 624 points. He climbed 12 places to secure the 24th position in the updated ODI player rankings.
Babar Azam Maintains Dominance
While these young Indian talents are making strides, Pakistan's captain Babar Azam still maintains a significant lead at the top of the ODI batter rankings. He showcased his prowess with an outstanding 151 against Nepal, accumulating a commanding total of 882 rating points.
Rassie van der Dussen Holds 2nd Place
South African player Rassie van der Dussen narrowly holds onto the second spot in the ODI batter rankings, with a total of 777 rating points.
Charith Asalanka Surges to 29th Place
Sri Lanka's Charith Asalanka has made significant progress in the ODI rankings for batters, climbing eight spots to reach the 29th position.
In summary, Pakistan's formidable pace bowling trio and India's rising batting talents have been the highlights of the Asia Cup 2023, reshaping the landscape of ICC ODI rankings.


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