Babar Azam, Pakistan’s cricket star, has moved out of the top 10 ICC Test batsmen rankings for the first time in five years. This downfall follows a challenging period in his Test career, with his latest performance in a two-match series against Bangladesh highlighting his struggles.
He managed just 64 runs across four innings in the series, which Pakistan lost 0-2. His recent decline in form has been showing as he hasn’t scored a fifty in his last 16 Test innings and hasn’t made a century since December 2022.
Currently, Babar holds the 12th position in the rankings, with 712 points. His fall from grace has raised conversations within cricket circles, especially given his earlier consistency in all formats. On the other hand, fellow Pakistani batter Mohammad Rizwan has maintained a place in the top 10, standing at number 10.
Babar’s current form and poor performance in Test cricket is in total contrast to his reputation as one of the modern greats. Fans and analysts alike are hoping he can regain his form in the red-ball format soon. Meanwhile, England’s Joe Root continues to lead the ICC Test rankings after incredible performances, including back-to-back centuries against Sri Lanka.
This shift in rankings works as a reminder of how crucial consistent form is in maintaining a top spot in international cricket rankings. While Babar’s talent is brilliant & undeniable, his recent performances suggest a need for significant improvement to reclaim his place among the elite Test batsmen in the world.
