India in Men's Test Bowling Rankings: Jasprit Bumrah Reclaims Top Spot, Ravichandran Ashwin Climbs Higher

The latest ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings, updated on November 26, 2024, highlight the commanding presence of Indian bowlers on the global stage.

Jasprit Bumrah has reclaimed the coveted No. 1 position with a stellar rating of 883, the highest of his career, achieved against Australia in Perth earlier this year. His return to the top underscores his consistency and match-winning abilities, making him a linchpin in India's bowling attack.

India in Men's Test Bowling Rankings

Rank	Player	Team	Rating	Career-Best Rating	Opponent & Venue
1	Jasprit Bumrah	India	883	883 v Australia	Perth, 2024
4	Ravichandran Ashwin	India	807	904 v England	Mumbai, 2016
7	Ravindra Jadeja	India	794	899 v Australia	Ranchi, 2017
18	Kuldeep Yadav	India	648	686 v England	Dharamsala, 2024
25	Mohammed Siraj	India	598	661 v South Africa	Cape Town, 2024
41	Axar Patel	India	495	650 v Bangladesh	Chittagong, 2022
46	Washington Sundar	India	420	420 v Australia	Perth, 2024
61	Shardul Thakur	India	330	489 v South Africa	Cape Town, 2022
77	Akash Deep	India	266	269 v New Zealand	Mumbai, 2024
97	Mukesh Kumar	India	143	188 v South Africa	Cape Town, 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin, renowned for his guile and versatility, occupies the 4th spot with a rating of 807. While his current rating is below his career-best 904, achieved against England in 2016, Ashwin remains a vital cog in India's Test setup.

Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja, known for his all-round brilliance, is ranked 7th with 794 points. Although slightly off his peak rating of 899 from 2017, Jadeja continues to shine as one of the most dependable players in the Indian lineup.

Kuldeep Yadav’s 18th spot, with a rating of 648, showcases his growing stature in Test cricket. His career-best of 686 earlier this year against England highlights his ability to deliver in crucial moments.

Mohammed Siraj, currently ranked 25th with a rating of 598, also represents India’s future in red-ball cricket. Siraj’s aggressive approach and knack for striking at key intervals have earned him admiration worldwide.

Further down the list, promising talents like Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, and Shardul Thakur are ensuring India’s bench strength remains formidable. Axar, ranked 41st with a rating of 495, has shown glimpses of brilliance, particularly on spin-friendly tracks.

Washington Sundar, who achieved his career-best 420 points against Australia, currently sits at 46th. Shardul Thakur, often dubbed "Lord Thakur" by fans, occupies the 61st spot, adding depth to India’s bowling arsenal.

Akash Deep and Mukesh Kumar, ranked 77th and 97th respectively, underline India’s growing pool of Test bowlers. Their presence reflects a robust domestic system, continually producing talent ready to step onto the international stage.