Rohit Sharma Reclaims World No.1 ODI Ranking in Latest ICC Update

Rohit Sharma Returns to World No.1 in ICC ODI Batting Rankings

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has climbed back to the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI batting rankings , regaining his position ahead of New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell , who briefly overtook him earlier this year. The strong ranking update comes right before India begins its ODI series against South Africa, reinforcing Rohit’s form and influence in the 50-over format.

The rankings update also highlights India’s batting dominance . Shubman Gill remains steady at No.4 , continuing to establish himself as India’s most consistent young ODI batter, while Virat Kohli sits at No.5 , maintaining his long-standing presence inside the top tier of world cricket. With three Indians inside the top five, the team enters its next assignment with a formidable top order.

Ranking Changes Across Formats

The latest ICC rankings also saw notable shifts beyond ODIs. Zimbabwe star Sikandar Raza has become the No.1 T20I all-rounder , thanks to match-winning performances in the ongoing tri-series featuring Sri Lanka and Pakistan. In Test cricket, Mitchell Starc has moved up to 5th among bowlers , while Bangladesh’s Taijul Islam has climbed into the top 15. England’s Ben Stokes now ranks 2nd among Test all-rounders , just behind India’s Ravindra Jadeja .

Rohit Sharma’s Growing Global Presence

Off the field, Rohit’s stature continues to rise — he has been announced as the tournament ambassador for the 2026 T20 World Cup , co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. His 2024 World Cup leadership and fresh No.1 ODI ranking cement his influence as one of modern cricket’s defining players.

Exam-Point Highlights

• Rohit Sharma — No.1 ODI batter

• Shubman Gill — Rank 4 , Virat Kohli — Rank 5

• Sikandar Raza — No.1 T20I all-rounder

• Mitchell Starc — 5th in ICC Test bowlers