Image: Kagiso Rabada has taken the top spot in the Test bowling rankings / © Times of India
South African fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada has reclaimed the No. 1 position in the ICC Men’s Test Bowler Rankings amid the ongoing Test series between South Africa and Bangladesh at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. Rabada’s impressive 9-wicket haul in the first match against Bangladesh propelled him to the top of the rankings, reaffirming his position as one of the world’s premier Test bowlers.
Jasprit Bumrah’s performance in the first two Test matches against New Zealand at home led to a drop in his points, contributing to India’s first home series loss in 12 years. Currently, Kagiso Rabada holds the top position with 860 points, followed closely by Josh Hazlewood at second with 847 points. Bumrah, despite his recent struggles, remains competitive, sitting in third place with 846 points. This ranking highlights the tight competition among the top fast bowlers in international cricket.
| Rankings | Players | Rating Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kagiso Rabada | 860 |
| 2 | Josh Hazlewood | 847 |
| 3 | Jasprit Bumrah | 846 |
| 4 | Ravi Ashwin | 831 |
| 5 | Pat Cummins | 820 |
| 6 | Nathan Lyon | 801 |
| 6 | Prabath Jayasuriya | 801 |
| 8 | Ravindra Jadeja | 776 |
| 9 | Noman Ali | 759 |
| 10 | Matt Henry | 743 |
Kagiso Rabada has played 65 Test matches for South Africa, taking 308 wickets at an impressive average of 21.7. His economy rate stands at 3.34, showcasing his effectiveness as a fast bowler and contributing significantly to his team’s success.