Following matches against Pakistan and New Zealand, Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana delivered a standout performance in the first One Day International against Australia at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur. His spell of pace and bounce played a key role in Bangladesh’s victory, which marked their first ODI win against Australia in 21 years.
In the match, Nahid Rana bowled 10 overs, conceding 41 runs and taking four wickets. His performance significantly influenced the latest update of the ICC ODI bowling rankings, where he made a substantial leap of 23 places.
According to the newly released rankings, Nahid Rana, who was previously positioned at 47th, has moved up to 24th place with 535 rating points. This represents one of the most notable individual improvements in the latest update.
Despite Nahid’s rise, Mehidy Hasan Miraz remains the highest-ranked Bangladeshi bowler in ODI cricket. The Bangladesh captain holds 618 rating points and is placed 8th in the world rankings, maintaining his previous position without change.
In the batting rankings, Towhid Hridoy continues to be the highest-ranked Bangladeshi batter in the ODI format. However, the latest update reflects a minor setback for him, as he has slipped one place from 26th to 27th position.
The impact of these individual performances is also reflected in Bangladesh’s standing in the ICC team rankings. In order to qualify directly for the next ODI World Cup, teams must remain within the top nine in the rankings. Bangladesh currently holds ninth position with 86 rating points, and this position remains unchanged in the latest update.
ICC ODI Rankings Overview (Bangladesh-related)
| Category | Player/Team | Rating Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling | Nahid Rana | 535 | 24 (previously 47) |
| Bowling | Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 618 | 8 |
| Batting | Towhid Hridoy | — | 27 (previously 26) |
| Team Ranking | Bangladesh | 86 | 9 |
Nahid Rana’s rise of 23 places in the ICC ODI bowling rankings follows his 4-wicket haul against Australia in Mirpur, reinforcing his rapid progress in international cricket standings.