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ICC Rankings: Ravichandran Ashwin named no 1 Test bowler, Jadeja declared no 1 all-rounder in Tests, Rohit-Virat falter

Former Indian skipper has slipped from 16th to 17th position. Virat Kohli has been able to score one half-century in the last 15 innings.

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Even though the conditions for Team India is narrowing in the ongoing Indore Test match against Australia, but in spite of this, the magic of Ravichandran Ashwin is speaking volumes. The latest rankings have been released by the ICC on Wednesday. Ravichandran Ashwin has been named the number 1 bowler in the Test rankings.

Pushing back England’s veteran fast bowler James Anderson, Ashwin has confirmed his place in the first spot. Ashwin has received this award in the ICC Test rankings because of his excellent bowling in the Delhi and Nagpur Test. He dismissed set batters like Steve Smith and Marnus Labushen and bowled several maiden overs.

Even though this spin bowler seems to be struggling to take wickets in the ongoing Test in Indore, but in Delhi, Ashwin had shown the way to pavilion to six batsmen. On the other hand, if we talk about England, they have faced a close defeat by one run in the Wellington Test on New Zealand tour. Due to which James Anderson has slipped to the second spot on ICC Test rankings.

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Ravindra Jadeja number 1 Test all-rounder

Ravindra Jadeja, who marked the perfect comeback in the Border Gavaskar Trophy has been named the player of the match in both Delhi and Nagpur test matches. He took 10 wickets in Delhi and has moved up one place to eighth in the bowlers’ rankings in Test cricket. But the big highlight of the day is that the Indian all-rounder has been named the no 1 Test all-rounder in the world. He has also moved up one place to 32nd in the batsmen’s rankings.

Virat-Rohit slip down

Virat Kohli has lost one place in the latest Test rankings. He has slipped from 16th to 17th position. Virat Kohli has been able to score one half-century in the last 15 innings. On the other hand, Rohit Sharma has slipped two places down to the ninth position. Shreyas Iyer gained one spot and has reached to the 26th position. Mayank Agarwal is out of Team India, yet he has gained one position and now he is at 27th position on the ICC Test rankings.

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Rinku Singh returns home from T20 World Cup camp due to family emergency

Rinku Singh has flown back home from the T20 World Cup camp after his father’s health deteriorated. Team management is yet to confirm his return.

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Indian middle-order batter Rinku Singh has flown back home from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup camp following a medical emergency in his family.

According to sources, the left-handed batter left the team environment after his father’s health condition worsened. It is learnt that his father is battling stage-4 liver cancer and is currently on ventilator support. Rinku decided to return home to be with his family during this critical period.

There is no official confirmation yet on whether the cricketer will rejoin the squad for the remainder of the tournament. Team management is closely monitoring the situation, and a further update is awaited.

Rinku has emerged as a key member of India’s white-ball setup in recent years, particularly known for his finishing abilities under pressure. Any prolonged absence could influence India’s combination in the crucial Super 8 stage of the competition.

For now, the focus remains on his family, with support expected from the cricketing fraternity as he navigates this difficult time.

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Shadab Khan lands in trouble after ‘we’ve beaten India’ remark, PCB issues warning: Report

Shadab Khan has reportedly been advised by the PCB to mind his language after his remarks on former players following Pakistan’s loss to India stirred controversy.

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Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has reportedly been cautioned by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after his remarks about former cricketers triggered controversy during the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup.

The issue surfaced after Pakistan suffered a 61-run defeat to India earlier in the tournament. Speaking to the media later, Shadab responded to criticism from former players and said that while they were legends, they “could not do what we have done,” referring to Pakistan’s win over India in the 2021 T20 World Cup.

PCB conveys displeasure over comments

According to reports, the PCB expressed its dissatisfaction with Shadab’s post-match comments and advised him to be mindful of his language during media interactions. Team manager Naveed Cheema reportedly conveyed the board’s concerns to the all-rounder.

Sources were quoted as saying that Shadab had crossed the line during the press conference and was reminded to show respect to former cricketers, including his father-in-law, former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq.

The board has also reportedly instructed the team management to ensure that players limit their comments strictly to match-related matters. It is understood that further action could follow if similar instances occur.

Remarks came after Namibia match

Shadab’s statement came after Pakistan’s 102-run win over Namibia in Colombo, where he scored 36 off 22 balls and returned figures of 3 for 13. The comments were seen as a response to criticism directed at the current squad following their defeat to India.

Former wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal described Shadab’s remarks as unnecessary, saying such words against former players warranted caution.

Media interactions under tighter control

The Pakistan team management has reportedly adopted a cautious approach regarding player interactions with the media. No players were made available for two days prior to the high-profile India clash.

In a separate instance, when Usman Tariq appeared for a pre-match interaction ahead of the Namibia fixture, the team’s media manager intervened to prevent him from responding to a tactical question. The manager stated that head coach Mike Hesson had already addressed the matter after the India match.

Pakistan are scheduled to face New Zealand in their first Super Eight fixture in Colombo on Saturday, followed by matches against England and Sri Lanka in Pallekele later in the tournament.

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Ian Healy lashes out at Australia after T20 World Cup 2026 group stage exit

Ian Healy has criticised Australia’s squad balance and selection decisions after their early exit from the T20 World Cup 2026.

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Australia’s campaign at the T20 World Cup 2026 ended at the group stage, marking a surprising early departure for the 2021 champions. With Zimbabwe progressing alongside Sri Lanka from Group B, Australia failed to secure a place in the Super 8 stage.

Losses to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka left the Mitchell Marsh-led side under pressure. A washed-out match between Ireland and Zimbabwe ultimately sealed Australia’s elimination from the tournament.

Former Australia wicketkeeper Ian Healy did not hold back in his assessment of the team’s performance and selection strategy. Speaking on SEN Cricket, Healy said the team’s approach in the lead-up to the tournament had been flawed.

“We were duped,” Healy remarked, suggesting that the squad composition prioritised power over adaptability in conditions suited to Sri Lanka and India. He criticised what he described as a denial of possible shortcomings and an overconfidence in the chosen combination.

Healy also questioned the decision-making around team changes during the tournament. He pointed out that in a crucial match, two bowlers and a leading batter were dropped to accommodate an all-rounder, another bowler, and the captain’s return, a move he felt disrupted the balance of the side.

The former wicketkeeper expressed particular concern over the batting order and the role of certain players. He questioned the inclusion of Cooper Connolly, noting the youngster’s recent run of low scores, and argued that the team lacked specialist batters capable of building innings in challenging conditions.

According to Healy, the squad was filled with finishers but lacked players who could stabilise the innings at the top. He also mentioned Cameron Green’s position at number three, Tim David at four, and Josh Inglis’ shifting role in the batting order as examples of what he called an “unbalanced team”.

Healy concluded that the selection direction taken a year ago, which he believes prioritised power-hitting over traditional batsmanship and form, ultimately backfired in subcontinental conditions.

Australia’s early exit means the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 will proceed without one of the tournament’s traditional heavyweights.

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