How Close Are England Batters to Joe Root in Test Rankings?
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Synopsis
Three England players are making headlines as they close in on Joe Root in the ICC Men's Test Batters Rankings. With impressive performances against Zimbabwe, will they be able to dethrone the veteran? Discover the latest updates and rankings in this exciting cricket narrative.
Key Takeaways
- Joe Root maintains the top position in Test rankings.
- Harry Brook is just 15 points behind after strong performances.
- England players Duckett, Pope, and Crawley have improved their rankings.
- Zimbabwe's players also made gains despite the loss.
- Exciting times ahead with the series against India.
Dubai, May 28 (NationPress) A stellar batting performance against Zimbabwe has propelled three key players from England's top order closer to the pinnacle of the ICC Men's Test Batters Rankings. Currently, veteran Joe Root holds the No.1 position in the updated Test batter rankings, but teammate Harry Brook has significantly narrowed the gap, now just 15 rating points behind after a swift innings of 58 in the one-off Test at Nottingham.
Root, with 888 rating points, contributed an innings of 34 in the same match, preserving his slim lead. However, Brook (873), Kane Williamson (867), Yashasvi Jaiswal (847), and Steve Smith (823) are all within striking distance as they head into a busy period of Test cricket, as reported by the ICC.
The standout performers in the latest Test batter rankings following the contest at Trent Bridge were three England players. Ben Duckett advanced two positions to 13th overall, Ollie Pope surged six spots to 22nd, and Zak Crawley climbed eight spots to a tie for 33rd as they each made notable contributions against Zimbabwe.
As England secured a decisive innings and 45-run victory over Zimbabwe, the visitors were nonetheless encouraged by the performances of Sean Williams and Brian Bennett, who improved their standings in the Test batter rankings following strong innings in the one-off Test.
Pacer Gus Atkinson took three wickets in the match and moved up one place to 13th in the Test bowler rankings, while teammate Shoaib Bashir leapt 14 spots to 43rd after capturing nine wickets in the match.
Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah continues to lead as the No.1 ranked Test bowler globally ahead of his team’s tour of England. Atkinson also improved one position to seventh on the Test all-rounder list, topped by Ravindra Jadeja.
In white-ball cricket, Keacy Carty from the West Indies made headlines by climbing the ODI batter rankings after an impressive innings of 170 in the third match of their series against Ireland, moving up 20 places to 16th. Meanwhile, Ireland's Andrew Balbirnie rose eight spots to 48th after scoring a century in the series opener.
Additionally, USA pacer Saurabh Netravalkar climbed four positions to 22nd on the ODI bowler list following strong performances during the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2.
Point of View
I view the significant strides made by England's top batters as a testament to their hard work and determination. With Joe Root leading the charge, the upcoming Test series against India presents an exciting opportunity for the team to showcase their talent and resilience on the global stage.
NationPress
10/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is currently leading the ICC Men's Test Batters Rankings?
Joe Root is currently at the top of the ICC Men's Test Batters Rankings.
Which England player has come closest to Joe Root?
Harry Brook has narrowed the gap to just 15 rating points behind Joe Root.
How did England perform against Zimbabwe?
England secured a comprehensive innings and 45-run victory over Zimbabwe.
Who are the other notable England players rising in the rankings?
Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Zak Crawley have all made significant advances in the rankings.
What impact does this have on the upcoming Test series?
The recent performances set a competitive tone for England's upcoming Test series against India.
