Babar Azam, Saim Ayub Climb ICC T20I Rankings Ahead of Australia Series
Pakistan’s cricket community is abuzz following the recent advancements of Babar Azam and Saim Ayub in the ICC T20I rankings. This momentum builds ahead of a critical three-match home series against Australia, starting tomorrow at the Gaddafi Stadium.
Babar Azam and Saim Ayub’s ICC Rankings Update
As per the latest ICC updates, Babar Azam has improved his position to 31st. Meanwhile, Saim Ayub has jumped two spots, now sharing the 35th position with Brandon King from the West Indies, who notably leaped 15 places in the rankings.
Current T20I Batting Rankings for Pakistan
- Sahibzada Farhan: 5th place (highest-ranked Pakistani T20I batter)
- Babar Azam: 31st place
- Saim Ayub: 35th place (tied with Brandon King)
- Salman Ali Agha: 41st place
Bowling Rankings Improvements
Several Pakistani bowlers have also shown considerable progress in the bowling rankings:
- Abrar Ahmed: Joint 4th place (with New Zealand’s Jacob Duffy)
- Salman Mirza: 18th place
- Mohammad Nawaz: 15th place (slipped two positions)
- Saim Ayub: 54th position in bowling
Significance of the Australia Series
This series against Australia holds immense significance. It serves as Pakistan’s final opportunity to refine their strategies before the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The performances of Babar Azam and Saim Ayub will be instrumental in building the team’s confidence.
Challenges Ahead for the Pakistani Squad
Competing against Australia, a formidable team, will challenge Pakistan’s batting strength and bowling tactics. This series will provide valuable insights into how well the team adapts on home turf.
As the players prepare to take the field, they are determined to solidify their roles ahead of the T20 World Cup, scheduled for February. With rising stars like Babar Azam and Saim Ayub leading the charge, the Pakistani team is poised for an exciting showdown in the series.
