ICC Batsmen Ranking: The importance of a dependable batsman is beyond description, given the plethora of talent as disposal take a look at the top 5 batsman in 2021.
Cricket is a dominating sport wherein the payers to have significant physical and mental fitness. It may not be as simple as it seems on the television screens. Given the modern-day pressure, the cricketers are expected to perform game after game with their highest amount of efficiency. To stand among the very best on the international stage in applaud-worthy in itself.
ICC Batsmen Ranking In 2021: In this article we will take a look at the Top 5 batsman in 2021
5. Kane Williamson
Test Runs- 7115
ODI Runs- 6173
T20I Runs- 1805
The New Zealand skipper has the sole pillar ever since he played established himself under former captain Brendon McCullum. Known to be a calm and witty batsman, Williamson has improved his game over the years to be placed alongside the modern greats like Steve Smith, Virat Kohli etc.
He is the #1 batsman in ICC Test Batsmen ranking and has been trying to improve his power-hitting ability series after series. With India and New Zealand locking horns in the inaugural Test Championship, Williamson’s form is expected to be the difference maker for the Kiwis.
4. Steve Smith
Test Runs- 7540
ODI Runs- 4378
T20I Runs- 794
Australia’s former captain, Steve Smith has undoubtedly been his country’s best ODI and Test batsman over the past couple of years. He justifies his rank in the ICC Batsmen chart as well being #2 in Tests and #15 in ODIs.
Steve Smith is considered to be the ideal No.4 batsman all around the world as he change gears within couple of deliveries. Although he has been surrounded with some controversies over the years, even then Smith has managed to hold his head high and consistently perform for the National side.
3. Virat Kohli
Test Runs- 7490
ODI Runs- 12169
T20I Runs- 3159
He is contemplated to be the heir of Sachin Tendulkar, yet he is only adamant on stamping his authority on each bowler of every team. Kohli is the only player to average more than 50 runs in all the 3 formats of the game. He has the most centuries in a run chase amongst any other batsman in the world.
Known to wear his heart on his sleeves while leading the Indian Team, Virat Kohli is currently ranked #5 in Tests Batsmen list, #2 in ODI batsmen and #5 in T20, making him the only Indian player to rank in all the ICC Batsmen top 10 charts.
2. Babar Azam
Test Runs- 2167
ODI Runs- 3803
T20I Runs- 2035
The Pakistani batsman has been in the form of his life since 2018, time and again Babar Azam has helped his national side to clinch victories on away soil. He is the only player along with Virat Kohli to rank in all the ICC Batsmen charts. He is #1 in ODIs, #3 in T20 and #6 in Tests.
Babar Azam has consistently been performing well for Pakistan opening the innings and be it an unpredictable pitch in England or a tough batting condition in South Africa. Azam has led the Pakistani batting chart in all scenarios.
1. Rohit Sharma
Test Runs- 2615
ODI Runs- 9205
T20I Runs- 2864
Since the sport of cricket has commenced, it is Rohit Sharma who has out shined Virat Kohli on the international stage. Although Kohli’s legacy is much greater, Rohit Sharma has showed his true class. He mettle since India’s formidable win in Australia and also their series sweep against England.
Rohit Sharma is currently ranked #7 among Test Batsmen, #3 in ODI and #14 in T20.