RCB Star Virat Kohli Reclaims ICC No. 1 ODI Ranking After Four-Year Gap
Royal Challengers Bangalore star Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top position in the ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings, dethroning teammate Rohit Sharma. This marks Kohli’s return to the No. 1 spot after a gap of 1,736 days, having last held the position in April 2021. The veteran gained 12 points to reach 785 rating points, while Rohit slipped to third place.
Kohli’s resurgence is attributed to a consistent run of high-impact performances in the 50-over format, including a streak of five fifty-plus scores, featuring two centuries and three fifties, leading up to the ongoing series against New Zealand. His sustained excellence and ability to anchor the innings with control underscore his enduring dominance in ODI cricket, even in the latter phase of his career. This form is crucial as India builds momentum toward the 2027 ODI World Cup.
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“The veteran, after retiring from the other forms, continues to dictate 50-over cricket. Kohli’s return to the No. 1 spot comes on the back of a consistent run in the 50-over format, where he has continued to anchor India’s batting with trademark control and composure.”
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| Select | Rank | Player | Team | run-scorers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8661 runs | ||
#2 | Mumbai Indians | 7046 runs | ||
#3 | Chennai Super Kings | 5439 runs | ||
| #4 | Delhi Capitals | 5222 runs | ||
| #5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5032 runs |
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“The veteran, after retiring from the other forms, continues to dictate 50-over cricket. Kohli’s return to the No. 1 spot comes on the back of a consistent run in the 50-over format, where he has continued to anchor India’s batting with trademark control and composure.”
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