Shubman Gill ascends to second in ICC ODI rankings, surpassing Virat Kohli
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:29 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Shubman Gill is now ranked second in the ICC ODI batting rankings after an impressive performance against Afghanistan, including a century in the series. His rise comes as former No. 2 Virat Kohli drops to third due to a hamstring injury. Gill’s series exploits earned him the Player of the Series award. Kohli is expected to return for a three-match ODI series against England next month, where he aims to reclaim his spot. Rohit Sharma holds the fourth position in the rankings after contributing significantly in the same series.
- •Gill scored a century and received Player of the Series honors against Afghanistan.
- •Kohli dropped to third due to injury and absence from the series.
- •Rohit Sharma remains ranked fourth following his performances.
- •Gill's rise follows India's clean sweep over Afghanistan in the ODI series.
- •Kohli is set to return for the ODI series against England in July.
- 3:29 PMYahoo Sports — Shubman Gill overtakes Virat Kohli to claim no. 2 spot in latest ICC ODI rankings
"In a remarkable turn of events, Shubman Gill now ranks second in the ICC ODI batting rankings, overtaking fellow Indian star Virat Kohli, who drops to third. Gill showcased his exceptional skills versus Afghanistan, scoring a century and claiming Player of the Series honors. Rohit Sharma follows closely at fourth place. Kohli's injury has created this opportunity for Gill, as they gear up to face England soon.
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