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ICC Rankings: Beth Mooney Remains Reigning T20I Batter
Australia’s Beth Mooney has held onto her position as the world’s top-ranked batter in the latest ICC Women’s T20I Rankings, released on Tuesday. The news follows Australia’s dominant 3-0 series victory over New Zealand last month.
Key Highlights & Rankings
- Beth Mooney: Continues to lead the batting charts, showcasing her consistent performance and skill.
- Phoebe Litchfield: Achieves a career-high ranking, moving up to 20th place, a testament to her growing impact on the team.
- Annabel Sutherland: A career-best mark for Sutherland following a standout bowling series.
- Georgia Voll: Jumping a remarkable 29 spots to equal 41st position.
Detailed Breakdown of Player Rankings
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Batting Rankings:
- Beth Mooney (Australia): Remains at No. 1
- Phoebe Litchfield (Australia): Career-high ranking - 20th
- Amelia Kerr (New Zealand): Climbs to 10th after a stylish half-century.
- Maddy Green (New Zealand): Jumps nine spots to equal 45th.
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Bowling Rankings:
- Annabel Sutherland (Australia): Climbs to a new career-best mark.
- Georgia Wareham (Australia): Moves up to 8th place.
- Megan Schutt (Australia): Improves to 11th position.
Sutherland's Bowling Prowess
Annabel Sutherland’s exceptional bowling performance throughout the series has been a significant factor in Australia’s success. She claimed a total of eight wickets, with a standout performance in the final match where she secured figures of 4-35. Sutherland now sits just 20 rating points behind England’s Sophie Ecclesstone in the bowling rankings.
FAQs
- What is the significance of these rankings? The ICC rankings are a measure of a player's performance and consistency in international T20I cricket.
- How are the rankings calculated? The rankings are based on a complex algorithm that considers a player's performance in matches, the strength of the opposition, and other factors.
- What does this mean for Australia’s future prospects? With a strong core of talented players consistently performing well, Australia remains a formidable force in women’s T20I cricket.