In a riveting T20I showdown on their home turf, the West Indies cricket team has clinched victory against India, marking their first series win in six years.
The thrilling 3-2 win has not only made history but also propelled them to greater heights in the latest MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Player Rankings.
The West Indies cricket stars have truly illuminated the pitch, with standout performances that have sent them soaring up the rankings ladder.
A star on the rise, Brandon King, showcased his explosive skills with an unbeaten 85 in the decisive match held in Florida. This remarkable inning has propelled the 28-year-old dynamo up by five places, securing him the 13th spot in the T20I batter rankings, a remarkable achievement for his career.
Nicholas Pooran, who rightly earned the Player of the Series title, exhibited remarkable prowess by accumulating an impressive 176 runs.
This performance has landed him in the 15th position in the rankings, adding a fresh dimension to the competition. Suryakumar Yadav of India, while delivering strong performances, now closely trails Pooran at the 16th spot.
Suryakumar’s consistency, including two half-centuries and a total of 166 runs, has helped him maintain his lead at the top of the T20I rankings for batters. On the Indian side, the young talent Shubman Gill has made a staggering jump of 43 spots, now sharing the joint 25th position on the rankings.
His impressive contribution of 102 runs against the West Indies showcases his growing prominence in international cricket.
The battle among the bowlers has also undergone a captivating transformation. Akeal Hosein, the crafty West Indies spinner, has climbed three places to secure the 11th spot in the T20I bowler rankings, thanks to his five-wicket haul during the series.
Meanwhile, India’s Kuldeep Yadav’s impressive six-wicket performance across the series has propelled him an astounding 23 positions, securing him the 28th rank among the world’s top T20I bowlers.
Adding to the jubilation, West Indies’ pacer Romario Shepherd has displayed true all-round excellence. His standout performance in the decisive fifth match against India earned him the Player of the Match accolade.
This remarkable achievement has translated into a 20-place jump, positioning him at the 63rd spot among bowlers. Moreover, he has risen by four spots to secure the 19th position among T20I all-rounders.
Amidst global applause for the West Indies’ remarkable series triumph, these significant shifts in rankings serve as a testament to the collective strength of teamwork, unwavering determination, and an insatiable thirst for victory.
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