Shubman Gill Retains No. 1 ODI Spot as Rohit Sharma Climbs the Ladder

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was a first-class cricket tournament with stunning performances and match-winning moments. Indian wins in the tournament have brought some Indian players into the latest ICC ODI rankings. Young opener of the future Shubman Gill has managed to hold No. 1 within the rankings of ODI batters, and Indian captain Rohit Sharma has moved into the third ranking following a remarkable performance in the last match against New Zealand.

India's third Champions Trophy title ever arrived after an exciting final match against New Zealand, who defeated them by four wickets in Dubai. The Indian team produced consistent performances during the tournament, and some of the major players improved their position in the ICC rankings significantly.

Gill, the right-handed opener with such a rich talent, cemented himself as the world's top-ranked ODI bat, following his consistency throughout the tournament. India's veteran skipper Rohit Sharma was a match-winning 76-run knock off only 83 deliveries in the final, a performance that not only won India the game but also pushed him to third place in the rankings.

At the same time, Virat Kohli, regarded as among the greatest cricketers in history, retained his fifth position in the rankings of ODI batters. His tally of 218 runs in the competition reinforced his consistency in the Indian batting order.

New Zealand Players Make Huge Gains

Despite being defeated in the match, many of the players from New Zealand have made gigantic leaps on ODI rankings. Daryl Mitchell moved up to the sixth ranking, while sensational youngster Rachin Ravindra moved up 14 places to rank 14th. Glenn Phillips also climbed six places to move up to 24th ranking, evidencing the strengths of New Zealand batting depth.

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has advanced the most in the bowling graph. His total of nine wickets in the tournament, and two in the final, took him to second position in ODI bowlers' ranking. Only Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana ranks higher, but he is the number one bowler nonetheless. 

New Zealand's Michael Bracewell also showed a significant advance, advancing by 10 spots to the 18th rank among bowlers.

India Bowlers Excel in Rankings

India's bowling line-up was central to their success in the Champions Trophy, and they have been rightfully rewarded for it in the latest ICC rankings. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has moved up three places to number three thanks to his remarkable seven-wicket performance in the tournament.

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has also entered the bowlers' top 10, three steps up to the 10th position after taking five wickets. His consistent bowling and the capacity to alter the match's direction with the bat proved crucial in India's unbroken quest for the title.

Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai Tops Among All-Rounders

While there was tough competition among the all-rounders, Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai has so far managed to retain the No. 1 position. However, now he has some new competition in the form of rather a large number of New Zealand players who have risen big time in the rankings.

Mitchell Santner moved up to fourth, Michael Bracewell moved up seven places to seventh, and Rachin Ravindra moved up eight places to eighth. Ravindra's all-round excellence, two centuries, and three wickets in the tournament earned him the high privilege of 'Player of the Tournament'.

Conclusion-India and New Zealand Shine in ICC Rankings

The recent ICC ODI rankings accurately show the effects of the Champions Trophy, for Indian and New Zealand players have made great jumps. While Shubman Gill remains the unquestioned No. 1 ODI batsman, Rohit Sharma's ascent to the third position is testament to his excellence on a regular basis.

New Zealand's batting and bowling rankings rise, spearheaded by Mitchell Santner's ascension, is a testament to the team's depth and potential. India's top 10 entry of its bowling duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja just reinforces India as a cricket colossus.

With these positions reshuffled following a captivating Champions Trophy, the upcoming ODI games guarantee more drama and possibilities for players to make their mark on the international stage.