ODI Rankings: Sikandar Raza No. 1 Allrounder, Keshav Maharaj Tops Bowling Charts
The latest ODI rankings update has brought historic changes, with Sikandar Raza of Zimbabwe reaching the No. 1 spot among allrounders for the first time. South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj has also climbed to the top of the bowling charts, overtaking Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana. These shifts highlight the impact of recent international performances in both batting and bowling.
Sikandar Raza Creates History in ODI Rankings
Zimbabwe star Sikandar Raza has become the No. 1 allrounder in the ODI rankings, overtaking Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai and Mohammad Nabi. His impressive form in the ODI series against Sri Lanka sealed his rise. Raza scored 92 in the first match and followed it with an unbeaten 59 in the second. Additionally, he picked up a wicket, ensuring that his all-round contributions received recognition at the global level.
Sikandar Raza becomes the No.1 ODI all-rounder in ICC Rankings 🔥
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) September 3, 2025
What an achievement for the Zimbabwean star 🇿🇼👏
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Keshav Maharaj Claims No. 1 Spot Among ODI Bowlers
A new leader has emerged in the bowling category of the ODI rankings. Keshav Maharaj produced a match-winning spell of 4 for 22 in South Africa’s commanding win against England at Leeds. His consistent performances helped him surpass Theekshana, making Maharaj the outright No. 1 bowler in ODIs. This marks a significant achievement for South Africa, which continues to rely on spin as a key weapon in white-ball cricket.
Batting Rises in Latest ODI Rankings
Alongside Raza and Maharaj’s rise, the ODI rankings also recorded strong moves from several batters. Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka, who dominated Zimbabwe with 198 runs and earned the Player of the Series award, jumped seven places to reach 13th position. Teammate Janith Liyanage climbed 13 spots to 29th, while Zimbabwe veteran Sean Williams improved to 47th. These moves reflect the influence of recent bilateral series on batting rankings.
T20I Rankings See Afghan and Pakistani Players Rise
Not just ODIs, the T20I rankings also witnessed changes. Afghanistan batters Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal registered massive gains after wins against Pakistan and UAE. Pakistan’s Hasan Nawaz rose to joint-31st among batters, while bowlers Sufiyan Muqeem, Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Nawaz made upward moves.
Cowboy mode ON 🤠
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) September 3, 2025
Sikandar Raza becomes the No.1 ODI all-rounder in ICC Rankings! 🌟🇿🇼
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ODI Rankings Update Signals New Era
The latest ODI rankings showcase a new order in world cricket. Sikandar Raza’s rise as No. 1 allrounder highlights Zimbabwe’s resurgence, while Keshav Maharaj’s dominance underscores South Africa’s strength in spin bowling. With several young talents climbing the charts, upcoming ODIs promise even more shifts in the global pecking order.
