Pakistan Players Rise in ICC Rankings After Tri-Nation Victory
Pakistan Players Rise in Updated ICC T20I Rankings
By ONV Sports Desk – September 11, 2025
Pakistan’s Young Guns Shine in Latest ICC Rankings
Pakistan cricket fans had plenty to cheer about as the latest ICC Men’s T20I rankings showed significant progress for emerging and established players. The tri-nation series against Afghanistan and UAE provided the perfect stage, with Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Nawaz, and Mohammad Nawaz emerging among the top gainers.
While some senior names slid down the ladder, the update highlighted a generational shift in Pakistan’s T20I setup.
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Key Details at a Glance
| Player | Ranking Movement | Updated Rank | Rating Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hasan Nawaz | +2 | 31st | 580 |
| Salman Ali Agha | +18 | 59th | 497 |
| Fakhar Zaman | +2 | 77th | 433 |
| Babar Azam | -1 | 21st | — |
| Mohammad Rizwan | -1 | 22nd | — |
| Sufiyan Muqeem (bowler) | +11 | 22nd | — |
| Shaheen Afridi | +8 | 26th | — |
| Mohammad Nawaz (bowler) | +15 | 43rd | — |
Pakistan’s Mixed Fortunes
The spotlight was firmly on Hasan Nawaz, who followed up his half-century against UAE with a steady jump in the batting charts. Skipper Salman Ali Agha stole the show by climbing a remarkable 18 places, one of the biggest leaps in this update.
Veteran opener Fakhar Zaman also inched up despite a lean series, while stars Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, currently outside Pakistan’s T20I XI, slipped slightly to 21st and 22nd. Young talents Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan also dropped a few places, showing the volatility of the rankings.
On the bowling front, Sufiyan Muqeem continued his rapid rise with an 11-place jump to 22nd, while Shaheen Afridi gained ground, moving up to 26th. All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz also earned a big boost. But it wasn’t all good news, with Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, and Shadab Khan losing ground.
Regional Shifts: Afghanistan & UAE Progress Too
It wasn’t just Pakistan making moves.
- Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz climbed to 18th, while Ibrahim Zadran jumped 12 places to 20th. Bowling star Rashid Khan held firm at 8th, and teenager Noor Ahmad made headlines by soaring 49 spots.
- UAE: Skipper Muhammad Waseem rose to 26th, while Asif Khan surged 13 places after his blistering knock against Pakistan.
At the top of the batting charts, India’s Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma held the first two places, with England’s Phil Salt steady at third.
Why This Matters
- Pakistan’s rankings reflect the transition from senior stalwarts to fresh talent.
- Hasan Nawaz and Salman Ali Agha’s rise suggests a strong middle-order rebuild.
- Bowling improvements, led by Sufiyan Muqeem and Shaheen Afridi, strengthen Pakistan’s attack.
- Regional rivals Afghanistan and UAE also showed competitive growth, raising the intensity in Asia.
FAQs
Q: Who is Pakistan’s biggest gainer in the latest ICC T20I rankings?
A: Skipper Salman Ali Agha, who jumped 18 places to reach 59th.
Q: Which Pakistani bowler made the largest leap?
A: Sufiyan Muqeem, climbing 11 places to 22nd.
Q: What happened to Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan’s rankings?
A: Both slipped one place each, to 21st and 22nd, as they are currently outside Pakistan’s T20I squad.
Q: Which other countries saw major movements?
A: Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran and Noor Ahmad, plus UAE’s Muhammad Waseem and Asif Khan, made strong gains.
The latest ICC update signals that Pakistan’s youthful talent is on the rise, while the team also faces the challenge of balancing experienced names with fresh faces in its T20I journey.
