India's ICC Test Rankings: Rishabh Pant Climbs To Sixth As Akash Deep Gains Ground Ahead Of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
India's presence in the latest ICC Test rankings underscores their strength in cricket, with several players excelling in batting, bowling, and all-rounder categories. The rankings reflect India's consistent performance and depth across these disciplines.
Rishabh Pant has made a notable advance in the ICC Test batting rankings, climbing to sixth place. This rise highlights his consistent performances and growing importance in the team. His fearless style and improved technique have been key factors in this achievement.

Yashasvi Jaiswal holds the fourth position among batters, leading India's lineup with steady performances. Despite a slight drop, he continues to show potential as a future star. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli's fall to 22nd reflects recent struggles, leaving fans hopeful for his resurgence.
The bowling rankings reveal India's dominance with Jasprit Bumrah, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja securing third, fifth, and sixth places respectively. Their presence in the top 10 highlights India's strong bowling unit, essential for success both at home and abroad.
Virat Kohli has experienced a decline in his Test batting ranking, dropping to 22nd after inconsistent performances. Despite this setback, his experience remains invaluable to India’s batting lineup. Fans are optimistic about his return to form in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series.
In the all-rounder category, Ravindra Jadeja leads by holding the top spot. His versatility makes him crucial for India’s success. Ravichandran Ashwin supports him closely at second place, showcasing India's strength in all-round capabilities.
Akash Deep's Progress in Bowling Rankings
Fast bowler Akash Deep has made significant strides in the ICC Test bowling rankings. He climbed 15 places to reach 76th position. His progress reflects dedication and growing influence within India's pace attack, crucial for upcoming matches against Australia.
| Rank | Player Name | Team | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joe Root | ENG | 903 |
| 2 | Kane Williamson | NZ | 804 |
| 3 | Harry Brook | ENG | 778 |
| 4 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | IND | 777 |
| 5 | Steven Smith | AUS | 757 |
| 6 | Rishabh Pant | IND | 750 |
| 7 | Daryl Mitchell | NZ | 743 |
| 8 | Usman Khawaja | AUS | 728 |
| 9 | Saud Shakeel | PAK | 724 |
| 10 | Marnus Labuschagne | AUS | 720 |
| Rank | Player Name | Team | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kagiso Rabada | SA | 872 |
| 2 | Josh Hazlewood | AUS | 847 |
| 3 | Jasprit Bumrah | IND | 838 |
| 4 | Pat Cummins | AUS | 820 |
| 5 | Ravichandran Ashwin | IND | 815 |
| 6 | Ravindra Jadeja | IND | 802 |
| 7 | Nathan Lyon | AUS | 801 |
| 8 | Prabath Jayasuriya | SL | 801 |
| 9 | Noman Ali | PAK | 759 |
| 10 | Matt Henry | NZ | 750 |
| Rank | Player Name | Team | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ravindra Jadeja | IND | 432 |
| 2 | Ravichandran Ashwin | IND | 296 |
| 3 | Shakib Al Hasan | BAN | 274 |
| 4 | Jason Holder | WI | 270 |
| 5 | Joe Root | ENG | 262 |
| 6 | Mehidy Hasan | BAN | 261 |
| 7 | Pat Cummins | AUS | 245 |
| 8 | Axar Patel | IND | 244 |
| 9 | Chris Woakes | ENG | 229 |
| 10 | Ben Stokes | ENG | 218 |
The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy will test these players further. With Rishabh Pant’s rise and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s consistency leading India’s batting charge, fans eagerly await their performances. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli’s experience remains vital despite recent challenges.