It’s a double delight for Indian cricket in the latest ICC Men’s T20I rankings as mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy clinched the No. 1 spot among bowlers, while young sensation Abhishek Sharma rose to the top of the batting charts.
The update underscores India’s overall dominance in the shortest format, with the Men in Blue currently ranked world No. 1 across batting, bowling, and team standings.
Varun Chakravarthy’s Dream Run
At 34, Varun Chakravarthy has scripted a remarkable comeback story. Returning to the national side in October 2024, he has since taken 33 wickets at an average of just 11.42. His tight spells in the Asia Cup 2025 against the UAE and Pakistan sealed his climb to the top, making him only the third Indian bowler after Jasprit Bumrah and Ravi Bishnoi to reach No. 1 in T20I bowling.
On the batting front, Abhishek Sharma has continued his stellar form to claim the world No. 1 T20I batter ranking. The left-hander’s explosive hitting and consistent run-making have made him the backbone of India’s top order.
He is joined in the upper rungs of the batting charts by teammates Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Shubman Gill, further reflecting India’s batting depth.
With Varun Chakravarthy leading the bowling and Abhishek Sharma ruling the batting, India enjoys a rare moment of dual supremacy in the ICC rankings. The team’s collective strength is evident as it prepares for bigger challenges, including the 2026 T20 World Cup.
