Pakistan Suffers Double Blow: ICC Rankings and Asia Cup Dreams Shattered
After their defeat in the Asia Cup Super-4 match against Sri Lanka. Pakistan faced a double setback. Not only did their dream of winning the Asia Cup title vanish, but they also received a jolt in the latest ICC rankings. Following this defeat, Babar Azam‘s team lost its number one ranking.
Pakistan endured a dual setback following their loss in the Asia Cup Super-4 match against Sri Lanka. On one hand, Babar Azam’s team saw their hopes of clinching the Asia Cup title shattered.
Pakistan slipped in Latest ICC Ranking:
Pakistan suffered a shock in the recently released ICC rankings, slipping to third place. Pakistan currently holds the third position in the ICC rankings with 115 rating points, while the Indian team has surged to the second spot with 116 rating points.
Test Ranking No 1= INDIA
T20I Ranking No 1= INDIA
ODI Ranking No 1= AUSTRALIA
Australia’s team claimed the first place in the ICC One Day Rankings with 118 rating points. Now, the Indian team has a golden opportunity. India can seize the number one position by defeating Australia. India has secured victory in three consecutive matches during the Asia Cup, bringing them closer to the top spot.
To clinch the number one title, the Indian team will need to defeat Sri Lanka in the finals after overcoming Bangladesh. If the Indian team succeeds in this endeavor, they will not only win the Asia Cup championship but also secure the number one position.
In addition to this victory, the Indian team must keep a close watch on the ongoing series between Australia and Africa. If the Australian team triumphs in the last two matches of this series, they will retain their number one ranking. Conversely, if South Africa emerges victorious in the last two matches of the series, the Indian team may claim the top spot.
Following their defeat against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 Super-4 match. The Pakistani team has been subjected to criticism. Both cricket fans and experts have vehemently criticized the team. Everyone had expected Pakistan to defeat Sri Lanka and advance to the finals. However, Pakistan’s elimination from the tournament after a narrow 2-wicket loss shattered those expectations.
