Pakistan has surged into fourth place in the ICC ODI team rankings after a thrilling six-run victory over Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. This significant win propelled Pakistan ahead of South Africa, marking a major achievement for the team in the rankings.
Salman Ali Agha was the star of the match, scoring a match-winning 105 not out off just 87 balls. His stellar performance has earned him a rise of 14 spots, now sitting at 16th in the ICC batting rankings.
In bowling, Haris Rauf made a strong impact with four wickets, moving up three places to 28th in the ICC bowling rankings. Meanwhile, Abrar Ahmed made notable progress, climbing 17 spots in the rankings despite not playing in this match.
The match was a tense affair, with Pakistan clinching a narrow win in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. The performance of key players under pressure was a highlight, with Salman Ali Agha and Haris Rauf playing pivotal roles.
While Pakistan’s ODI success has lifted their spirits, the team is still seventh in the Test and T20 rankings. With the second ODI against Sri Lanka scheduled for later this week, Pakistan’s confidence is high, and they will aim to continue their climb in the rankings.
This victory underscores Pakistan’s growing dominance in the ODI format, with both emerging and established players stepping up to deliver when it matters the most.
