India Overtakes Pakistan in Latest ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings

Following Pakistan’s exit from the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 and India’s impressive performance in the tournament, there has been a notable shift in the ICC ODI Men’s team rankings. Team India has now moved ahead of Pakistan, claiming the second spot in the rankings.

India at top

Australia currently leads the ODI team rankings with a rating of 118. India has climbed to the second position with a rating of 116, while Pakistan has slipped to the third position with a rating of 115.

This change in rankings can be attributed to Pakistan’s recent losses in the Asia Cup. Pakistan faced a significant defeat against India, losing by 228 runs in the Super Four stage. They also suffered a loss to Sri Lanka, which put their Asia Cup campaign in jeopardy. These back-to-back defeats have had a direct impact on their ICC Men’s ODI team ranking.

In contrast, India has been in sensational form throughout the Asia Cup 2023. After their opening match against Pakistan was washed out, India bounced back with impressive victories against Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. Their recent win against Sri Lanka secured their spot in the tournament final, and they still have one Super Four clash against Bangladesh to play.

India is scheduled to face Bangladesh on Friday, September 15, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. Bangladesh has already been eliminated from the Asia Cup due to their underwhelming performances.

In the summit clash of the tournament, India will go head-to-head with Sri Lanka on Sunday, September 17. Sri Lanka’s remarkable performance in the virtual semi-final against Pakistan, led by Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, and Charith Asalanka, earned them a place in the final.

Cricket fans around the world are eagerly anticipating this high-stakes final between India and Sri Lanka, as both teams aim to claim the prestigious Asia Cup title.

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