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ICC Men's Test Rankings: Top Players of 2024 - Joe Root, Jasprit Bumrah and Others in Lists of Top Batsmen, Bowlers, and All-Rounders

The ICC Men’s Test Rankings 2024 spotlight the brightest stars in the world of Test cricket, celebrating their remarkable achievements over the past year. England’s Joe Root reigns supreme as the top-ranked batsman, while India’s Jasprit Bumrah leads the bowling charts with his fiery pace.

Ravindra Jadeja continues his dominance as the premier all-rounder, reflecting his unmatched versatility. With a mix of experienced stalwarts and emerging talents, the rankings paint a compelling picture of the competitive spirit that defines the longest format of the game.

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Men’s Test Batting Rankings

Rank Player Team Rating Career Best Rating
1 Joe Root England 895 932 vs Pakistan at Multan 2024
2 Harry Brook England 876 898 vs New Zealand at Wellington 2024
3 Kane Williamson New Zealand 867 919 vs Pakistan at Christchurch 2021
4 Travis Head Australia 825 884 vs India at The Oval 2023
5 Yashasvi Jaiswal India 805 825 vs Australia at Perth 2024
6 Kamindu Mendis Sri Lanka 759 759 vs South Africa at Gqeberha 2024
7 Temba Bavuma South Africa 753 753 vs Sri Lanka at Gqeberha 2024
8 Daryl Mitchell New Zealand 725 804 vs Bangladesh at Sylhet 2023
9 Saud Shakeel Pakistan 724 728 vs Australia at Melbourne 2023
10 Steven Smith Australia 721 947 vs South Africa at Durban 2018

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Top Test Batsmen: Joe Root Reigns Supreme

England’s Joe Root continues to showcase his mastery in Test cricket, claiming the top spot in the batting rankings with 895 rating points. Root’s phenomenal form in 2024, including a career-best 932 points achieved during England’s tour of Pakistan, solidifies his position as the world’s leading batsman.

Joining Root is England’s Harry Brook at No. 2, whose meteoric rise is marked by his dynamic stroke play and remarkable consistency. Brook boasts 876 points, with a career-high of 898 achieved earlier this year. New Zealand’s evergreen Kane Williamson occupies the third spot with 867 points, maintaining his reputation as one of the most reliable batters in the format.

India’s young sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal has emerged as a standout performer, climbing to the fifth position with 805 points. Jaiswal’s tenacity and flair were on full display during India’s tour of Australia, where he achieved a career-best rating of 825.

Men’s Test Bowling Rankings

Rank Player Team Rating Career Best Rating
1 Jasprit Bumrah India 904 904 vs Australia at Brisbane 2024
2 Kagiso Rabada South Africa 856 902 vs Australia at Gqeberha 2018
3 Josh Hazlewood Australia 852 864 vs India at Bengaluru 2017
4 Pat Cummins Australia 822 914 vs England at Old Trafford 2019
5 Ravichandran Ashwin India 789 904 vs England at Mumbai 2016
6 Matt Henry New Zealand 782 782 vs England at Hamilton 2024
7 Nathan Lyon Australia 770 801 vs New Zealand at Christchurch 2024
8 Prabath Jayasuriya Sri Lanka 768 801 vs New Zealand at Galle 2024
9 Noman Ali Pakistan 759 759 vs England at Rawalpindi 2024
10 Ravindra Jadeja India 755 899 vs Australia at Ranchi 2017

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Top Test Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah’s Dominance

In the bowling rankings, India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has risen to the pinnacle with a rating of 904. His lethal combination of speed and precision was instrumental in India’s success against Australia earlier this year. This achievement marks a career-best milestone for Bumrah, who continues to lead India’s attack with distinction.

South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada remains a formidable force at No. 2 with 856 points, while Australia’s Josh Hazlewood secures third place with 852 points. Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin of India rounds out the top five, maintaining his legacy as one of the finest off-spinners in cricket history.

Other notable mentions include New Zealand’s Matt Henry, who has climbed to sixth place with a career-best 782 points, and Australia’s Nathan Lyon, who holds the seventh spot with 770 points.

Men’s Test All-Rounder Rankings

Rank Player Team Rating Career Best Rating
1 Ravindra Jadeja India 424 475 vs Bangladesh at Chennai 2024
2 Mehidy Hasan Bangladesh 284 294 vs South Africa at Mirpur 2024
3 Ravichandran Ashwin India 277 492 vs England at Mohali 2016
4 Shakib Al Hasan Bangladesh 263 489 vs Australia at Mirpur 2017
5 Marco Jansen South Africa 260 291 vs Sri Lanka at Durban 2024
6 Jason Holder West Indies 259 485 vs England at Southampton 2020
7 Joe Root England 247 313 vs India at Hyderabad 2024
8 Pat Cummins Australia 241 339 vs England at Lord's 2019
9 Gus Atkinson England 240 240 vs New Zealand at Hamilton 2024
10 Ben Stokes England 235 497 vs West Indies at Old Trafford 2020

All-Rounders: Jadeja Stays on Top

India’s Ravindra Jadeja continues to dominate the all-rounder rankings with 424 points. His dual expertise with bat and ball makes him an invaluable asset for India in the Test format. Jadeja’s career-best rating of 475 achieved earlier this year against Bangladesh further underscores his versatility.

Bangladesh’s Mehidy Hasan Miraz occupies the second position with 284 points, while India’s Ravichandran Ashwin secures third place with 277 points. England’s Joe Root, despite primarily being recognized for his batting, is ranked seventh among all-rounders, reflecting his occasional match-winning contributions with the ball.

The rankings not only celebrate individual brilliance but also highlight the competitive nature of Test cricket in 2024. Players like Kamindu Mendis, Marco Jansen, and Yashasvi Jaiswal signify a promising future, ensuring that the format remains as thrilling as ever.

Story first published: Friday, December 27, 2024, 1:21 [IST]
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