India in Men's Test All-Rounder Rankings: Ravindra Jadeja Tops, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar Slip Down

India in Men's Test All-Rounder Rankings: In a stunning display of consistency and skill, India's Ravindra Jadeja has solidified his position at the top of the ICC Men's Test All-Rounder rankings, which were last updated on January 7, 2025.

Jadeja, known for his precise bowling and explosive batting, continues to dominate the international cricket scene. The rankings reflect his outstanding performances, particularly his career-best rating of 475 against Bangladesh in Chennai in 2024.

ICC Test all-rounder rankings for Indian players

Here’s a table summarizing the ICC Men's Test All-Rounder Rankings for Indian players as of January 7, 2025:

Rank	Player	Rating	Career Best Rating
1	Ravindra Jadeja	400	475 v Bangladesh at Chennai 2024
12	Axar Patel	220	316 v Australia at Ahmedabad 2023
22	Washington Sundar	157	167 v New Zealand at Mumbai 2024
36	Jasprit Bumrah	107	107 v Australia at Sydney 2025
42	Kuldeep Yadav	84	102 v England at Dharamsala 2024
46	Shardul Thakur	81	179 v South Africa at Johannesburg 2022
73	Nitish Kumar Reddy	43	43 v Australia at Sydney 2025
78	Mohammed Siraj	39	40 v Australia at Adelaide 2024
95	Akash Deep	26	31 v Australia at Brisbane 2024

Jadeja’s rise to the top spot is a testament to his all-around brilliance, as he has consistently delivered match-winning performances with both bat and ball. His exceptional balance in Test cricket makes him a vital asset for the Indian team, and with a steady climb, he has earned the title of the world’s No. 1 all-rounder.

However, not all is rosy for India’s other all-rounders, as both Axar Patel and Washington Sundar have witnessed a slip in their rankings. Axar Patel, who previously held the 2nd spot, has dropped to 12th with a rating of 220. His career-best rating of 316 against Australia in Ahmedabad in 2023 now seems a distant memory, as he faces increased competition for the top spots.

Washington Sundar, who began his journey as a promising all-rounder, has seen a significant drop in his rankings, falling from 22nd to 1st, sitting at 36th place with a rating of 157. Despite his solid performances, including a career-best of 167 against New Zealand in Mumbai in 2024, Sundar will need to work on consistency to reclaim his spot among the elite all-rounders.

Jasprit Bumrah, though a renowned fast bowler, has made a mark in the all-rounder rankings, sitting at 2nd with a rating of 107. His all-round skills have been evident in various matches, and his role in India’s cricketing success continues to grow. Not far behind, Kuldeep Yadav, known for his wicket-taking ability, occupies the 42nd spot with a rating of 84.

Meanwhile, Shardul Thakur, who had an impressive career-best of 179 against South Africa in Johannesburg in 2022, currently holds the 46th position. His all-round contributions have been valuable, but the competition is stiff, and his current ranking reflects the depth of India’s all-rounder talent.

Emerging players like Nitish Kumar Reddy and Akash Deep, though not yet in the top 20, have shown flashes of brilliance and are slowly making their way up the rankings. With 43 rating points, Reddy’s potential has yet to be fully realized. Akash Deep, with a rating of 26, has demonstrated his skills in crucial matches, such as against Australia in Brisbane in 2024.

India’s all-rounder rankings in Men’s Test cricket continue to reflect the country's rich talent pool, but with fierce competition both within the squad and on the global stage, players will need to maintain high levels of performance to remain at the top. As Jadeja continues to lead, Axar and Sundar’s form will be crucial in ensuring India’s dominance in world cricket for years to come.