The Indian team consolidated its position at the top of the ICC men’s ODI rankings with a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan. In the match between the two arch-rivals in Ahmedabad, Pakistan could have beaten their neighbors in the ODI rankings and registered their first win over India, but that was not to be the case as they were soundly defeated by the hosts in the match.
However, with India’s comfortable victory over Pakistan, they maintained their lead and will aim to win the ICC ODI World Cup after hosting the tournament in their home country for the first time in 12 years. Despite the heavy defeat, Pakistan maintained their second place in the rankings, followed by South Africa, who are in good form, in third place.
Australia is currently in 4th place after losing two consecutive World Cup matches, but will aim to turn things around in the World Cup. New Zealand and England are tied for fifth and sixth place, and these six teams will be strong candidates to progress to the final four stages of the ODI World Cup.
India won the 2023 Asia Cup after comfortably defeating Australia twice in the home series, becoming the highest-ranked team in the ODI format. Previously, he was number 1 in Tests and T20 Internationals. The Rohit Sharma-led team maintained its ranking due to its excellent performance in the ongoing major events in the country.
The Men in Blue have been in great form in the main draw, winning three out of three matches in the ODI World Cup at home. Rohit Sharma-led side will take on Bangladesh in their next match on October 19 as they aim to maintain their dominance in the mega event.
The Men in Blue will be one of the favorites as they have an almost complete squad and a solid unit to lead the world’s best 50-over competition.
Experienced players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah are filling in for the team in important matches and these players have the ability to make a difference in the match at any time. Their form and fitness throughout the tournament will be crucial for India in this tournament.
