Babar Azam Returns to ICC Test Batting Top 10 After Pakistan-West Indies Series
Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam has returned to the ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings top 10 after two years, rising five places to 10th following Pakistan's eight-wicket win over the West Indies in Port of Spain. Abdullah Shafique, named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 160 and 24, climbed 25 spots to 32nd. Pakistan bowlers Sajid Khan, Mohammad Ali, and Ali Usman also advanced in rankings. West Indies players Shamar Joseph and Brandon King made modest gains despite injury setbacks. The series ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams remaining low in the World Test Championship standings.
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thetribune broke this story on 12 Aug, 09:25 am. Other outlets followed.