The Men in Blue have again ascended to the pinnacle of the ICC Test rankings following a decisive series win against England in Dharamsala. This triumph secured India a 4-1 victory in the five-match series. The Indian team now dominates across all game formats. The leadership is confirmed by the latest rankings released by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday.
Under Rohit Sharma's leadership, the team has demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork. They are now at the top of the ICC Test rankings. With 122 rating points, India now leads Australia by a margin of five points. England trails in third place with 111 rating points. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as India leads the rankings in ODIs and T20Is as well. They boast 121 and 266 rating points in each format, respectively.
Australia is the previous top spot holder and the reigning World Test Championship (WTC) winner. They are now in second place despite leading the current series against New Zealand 1-0 with a 172-run victory in Wellington. Irrespective of the second Test's outcome in Christchurch, India's position at the summit remains unchallenged.
India relinquished the number one spot to Australia following a drawn series against South Africa. Then, the Men in Blue faced an initial setback in the series against England, losing the first Test in Hyderabad by 28 runs. Yet, the team made a comeback, securing victories in Visakhapatnam, Rajkot, Ranchi, and Dharamsala. They won the series and reclaimed their premier position in the Test rankings.
This ascent to the top of the rankings in all three formats is a testament to the Indian team's superiority. Now, India leads the World Test Championship (WTC) standings. The team will focus on maintaining its position and preparing for future challenges. With a balanced squad that excels in all game departments, India's future looks bright. It promises many more exhilarating performances and records in the coming days.
Fans are proud of Rohit Sharma's side's success. It marks an era of unprecedented dominance in the international arena.