Shubman Gill is on the verge of becoming the world’s No. 1 ODI batter after another productive series for India. The latest ICC Men’s ODI rankings show the Indian opener just one rating point behind New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell, highlighting the consistency he has displayed in the 50-over format.
While India lost the three-match ODI series against England 2-1, Gill’s impressive run with the bat has brought him closer than ever to the top position. The latest rankings also underline India’s dominance at the top of the batting charts, with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continuing to feature among the leading names.
🏏 ICC ODI BATTING RANKINGS 🌍🔥
— CreaseBuzz (@CreaseBuzz) July 22, 2026
🥇 Daryl Mitchell – 802 ⭐
🥈 Shubman Gill – 801 🇮🇳
🥉 Virat Kohli – 767 👑
4️⃣ Rohit Sharma – 758 💙
The race for the No.1 ODI ranking is on! 🔥 IND vs NZ is set to be a blockbuster. 🇮🇳🇳🇿 pic.twitter.com/uqPvZGb6RI
Shubman Gill just a point behind Daryl Mitchell
Daryl Mitchell remains the No. 1 ranked ODI batter with 802 rating points. However, Gill has narrowed the gap to just one point after scoring 188 runs during India’s ODI series against England. The latest update puts Gill in second place, leaving him within touching distance of the top ranking.
Virat Kohli continues to hold third position with 767 rating points, while Rohit Sharma is fourth with 758. With three batters inside the top four, India maintains a strong presence in the ICC ODI batting rankings.
Joe Root climbs after outstanding ODI series
Despite India’s top-order performances, England claimed the series 2-1. Joe Root was England’s standout batter, finishing the series unbeaten while scoring 249 runs. His efforts have lifted him four places to eighth in the latest ODI batter rankings.
England also celebrated gains for Ben Duckett, who jumped 11 places to joint 19th. Jacob Bethell moved up five positions to 64th.
Joe Root has returned to the top 10 of the ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings after scoring 249 runs without being dismissed in England’s series win against India 🏴#ENGvIND #ICCRankings pic.twitter.com/0o1SgOfKJK
— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) July 22, 2026
Elsewhere, New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell and Mark Chapman were rewarded for their performances against the West Indies. Bracewell climbed to 54th, while Chapman improved to 62nd in the ODI batting rankings.
Rashid Khan holds firm at the top of ODI bowling rankings
Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan continues to lead the ICC Men’s ODI bowling rankings.
England fast bowler Jofra Archer moved up one place to third after taking five wickets during the India series. He now trails only Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed in the standings.
West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie also enjoyed a strong rise, moving up seven places to joint ninth and breaking into the top 10.
His teammate Alzarri Joseph advanced 10 spots to 26th. Michael Bracewell climbed 14 places to 29th, while India’s Axar Patel gained 10 positions to reach joint 32nd.
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Michael Bracewell reaches career-best all-round ranking
Bracewell’s contributions with both bat and ball have also been recognised in the ICC ODI all-rounders’ rankings. The New Zealand cricketer has climbed two places to a career-best third.
Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai continues to occupy the No. 1 position among ODI all-rounders, with Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz remaining second.
Joe Root has returned to the top 10 of the ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings after scoring 249 runs without being dismissed in England’s series win against India 🏴#ENGvIND #ICCRankings pic.twitter.com/0o1SgOfKJK
— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) July 22, 2026
Bangladesh and Zimbabwe players rise in T20I rankings
The latest ICC rankings also brought several changes in the T20I charts following Bangladesh’s series win over Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe batter Brian Bennett reached a career-best ninth place among T20I batters.
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Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan climbed seven places to 20th, while Saif Hassan gained nine spots to move into 27th.
In the bowling rankings, Bangladesh’s Mahedi Hasan improved four places to 19th, while Rishad Hossain jumped eight positions to joint 25th.
Zimbabwe pacer Richard Ngarava recorded one of the biggest gains of the latest rankings update, soaring 37 places to reach 32nd among T20I bowlers.
🚨 BABAR AZAM RISES TO NO. 6
— Mian Ahmad (@aHmADmIaN150) July 22, 2026
– Babar Azam has climbed to No. 6 in the ICC ODI Batting Rankings.
– He is the only Pakistani batter currently in the top 10. pic.twitter.com/7vFTYZTixy
FAQs
How close is Shubman Gill to the No. 1 ODI batter ranking?
Shubman Gill is just one rating point behind New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell in the latest ICC Men’s ODI batter rankings.
Which Indian batters are in the top four of the ICC ODI rankings?
Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are all ranked among the top four ODI batters in the latest ICC rankings.
























