Several Bangladesh cricketers have made notable gains in the latest ICC Men’s T20 International rankings following their recent home series against New Zealand. Strong individual performances from both batters and bowlers have been reflected in updated standings, with Towhid Hridoy and Shariful Islam among the biggest movers.
Towhid Hridoy emerged as one of the standout performers of the series with the bat. He accumulated 84 runs across two innings, including a fluent half-century in the opening match and a composed 33-run knock in the third encounter. His consistency under pressure earned him the Player of the Series award. As a result, he has moved up two places to 37th in the ICC T20I batting rankings, marking a significant step forward in his international career.
Bangladesh captain Litton Das also made modest progress in the rankings. His contribution of 26 runs in the final match at Mirpur helped him climb one position to 52nd. Although not a high-scoring series for the skipper, his presence at the crease and leadership remained important in guiding the side through competitive phases.
At the top of the batting chart, India’s Abhishek Sharma continues to hold the number one position, maintaining his strong run of form in recent international fixtures.
In the bowling department, Bangladesh’s spin attack showed steady improvement. Mehidy Hasan Miraz advanced one place to 17th in the ICC T20I bowling rankings, reflecting his disciplined and economical spells throughout the series. His ability to restrict scoring in the middle overs once again proved valuable for the team’s overall bowling structure.
The most notable rise, however, came from left-arm pacer Shariful Islam. He jumped nine places to reach 54th position after delivering impactful spells during key moments against New Zealand. His breakthroughs at crucial stages, combined with tight bowling in pressure situations, played a key role in his significant upward movement.
Meanwhile, experienced pacer Mustafizur Rahman slipped one position to 12th after missing the series. Despite his absence, he remains one of Bangladesh’s most established and reliable bowlers in the format.
ICC T20I Rankings Update (Bangladesh Players)
| Player | Category | Change | Current Rank | Key Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Towhid Hridoy | Batter | +2 | 37th | Player of the Series (84 runs) |
| Litton Das | Batter | +1 | 52nd | 26 runs in final match |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | Bowler | +1 | 17th | Economical, controlled spells |
| Shariful Islam | Bowler | +9 | 54th | Crucial wickets in key moments |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bowler | -1 | 12th | Did not feature in the series |
Overall, the rankings update highlights encouraging progress for Bangladesh, particularly among its emerging players. The blend of youth and experience is beginning to show measurable improvement, offering positive indicators ahead of upcoming international assignments.