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Pakistan overtakes India in ICC ODI rankingĀ 

Pakistan has overtaken India in the latest ICC ODI rankings, securing the second spot just behind Australia. The annual update has seen Australia retain its number one position with an improved rating of 118, while Pakistan’s rating of 116 points puts them ahead of India, who have 115 points.

The update takes into account all series completed since May 2020, with those completed before May 2022 being weighted at 50% and all subsequent series weighted at 100%. This means that Pakistan’s 4-0 away series defeat in England is no longer being counted, allowing them to surpass India in the rankings.

England has suffered a significant drop of 10 points in their rating, causing them to lose their fourth spot to New Zealand. Afghanistan has also made a massive jump, climbing to the eighth spot and overtaking Sri Lanka and West Indies.

The new rankings reflect the recent performances of the teams, and with numerous ODI matches in the near future, there remains potential for significant movement among the top three teams. The rankings are crucial as they determine the top eight teams that will participate in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Pakistan’s rise in the rankings is a significant achievement for the team, which has been performing consistently well in recent times. They have won six out of their last seven ODI series, with their only defeat coming against England earlier this year.

The team’s captain, Babar Azam, has been instrumental in their success, with his consistent performances and leadership on the field. He is currently ranked as the number one ODI batsman in the world, and his form will be crucial for Pakistan as they aim to climb up to the top spot in the rankings.

India’s fall to the third spot is a setback for the team, which has been struggling with injuries to key players in recent times. They were defeated by New Zealand in the World Test Championship final earlier this month, and their recent ODI series against Sri Lanka was heavily affected by COVID-19 infections within the squad.

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However, the team has a strong record in ODIs and will be looking to bounce back in the upcoming series against England. The return of key players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will provide a significant boost to the team, and they will be hoping to regain their spot in the top two of the rankings.

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Overall, the new ICC ODI rankings highlight the competitiveness of the top teams and the potential for significant changes in the near future. With the World Cup approaching in 2023, every team will be aiming to improve their rankings and secure a spot in the tournament.

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