Global women’s T20I rankings reshaped after 2026 World Cup
Dubai, July 7 – The conclusion of the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup triggered a wave of changes across the ICC’s women’s T20I ranking tables. Australia’s Beth Mooney surged to the top of the batting rankings with a 785 rating after scoring 238 runs at 47.60. Georgia Voll fell to second (779) and South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt slipped to third (771). England’s Hilly Matthew, India’s Smriti Mandhana, and other established names rounded out the top five.
Among the all‑rounders, South Africa’s Marizanne Kapp broke into the top‑10, moving four places to settle at number ten. Australian quick Kim Garth jumped to 15th after a decisive role in the title run‑in. England’s Freya Kemp’s dual‑skill display vaulted her 31 spots to reach 27th in the all‑rounder list, while Australia’s Aisha Gardner entered the top‑10 at sixth, overtaking Pakistan captain Fatima Sana.
Bowling rankings also saw shuffles. India’s spinner Shikha Charni (spelled as Sri Charani in the source) retained the No.1 spot after claiming 14 wickets in five matches. England’s Sophie Ecclestone advanced to second with a rating of 723, nudging Charlie Dean to third (722). Lauren Bell moved to fifth, and Lynsey Smith held seventh, keeping the top‑seven positions largely stable.
