Dubai’s latest ICC rankings paint a picture of resurgence for Bangladesh cricket. The hosts’ 2-1 ODI series win against New Zealand has catapulted their fast bowlers into the spotlight. Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, and Nahid Rana’s 18-wicket haul has rewritten their fortunes dramatically.
Islam now sits at 28th after a 11-spot ascent, Rahman at 41st with a 14-place gain, and series standout Rana at 48th, up 16 notches. As international tournaments loom, this pace attack’s evolution could be a game-changer for the Tigers.
Batsmen weren’t left behind. Shanto’s consistent form earned him 32nd position (up 11), Litton Das rocketed to 65th (up 15), and Miraz, the all-round maestro, reached joint third after his match-winning exploits in the finale.
T20 action followed suit with a convincing 6-wicket opener victory. Hridoy’s fifty boosted him to 39th (up 9), Emon to joint 40th (up 3), and Mehidy to joint 18th in bowling (up 3).
Nepal too celebrated gains from their UAE triumph. Aire hit 60th in batting, Bhurtel leaped to joint 66th (up 18), strengthening their all-rounder credentials at 4th and 23rd. Cricket’s shorter formats are witnessing fresh talents rise.
