Fresh Faces, Fierce Performances — Shaking Up ICC T20 Rankings
Pakistan’s new wave of T20 talent isn’t just knocking — it’s kicking down the door. The latest ICC T20I rankings tell the story: young blood is rising, and the rest of the world is watching.
After strong performances in recent series against Bangladesh and the West Indies, several Pakistani players — including some lesser-known names — have made massive leaps. Here’s what you need to know.
Mohammad Haris: Timeline-Breaker Enters Top 30
You can’t ignore Mohammad Haris anymore.
That 107 off 46 balls against Bangladesh? It wasn’t just explosive — it was timeline-breaking stuff. Haris didn’t just score; he went viral.
The result? A jump of 210 places to No. 30 in the latest ICC T20I batting rankings. A batter with intent — and now, impact.
Hasan Nawaz: One to Watch
If you haven’t heard of Hasan Nawaz, you will soon.
Hasan Nawaz was all aggression in the Bangladesh series, with multiple cameos that left a mark. While the exact total wasn’t confirmed by the ICC, his impact was clear — a 57-spot leap to a career-best joint-45th in the T20I batting rankings says it all.
Saim Ayub: Walking Through the Door
Saim Ayub’s been tapping on the door for months — now, he’s walking through it like he belongs.
With a couple of crisp fifties against West Indies and useful spells with the ball, Saim climbed 4 spots in batting to No. 61, and made a huge 70-place jump to No. 24 among all-rounders. The numbers are catching up to the talent.
Sufiyan Muqeem: Surprise Spin, Serious Upgrade
His control, his guile — Sufiyan looked like anything but a newcomer. If these series were a test, he passed with spin and style.
The wrist-spinner jumped 69 spots to break into the top 35 bowlers in the world. His variations rattled the West Indies’ middle order and raised eyebrows everywhere else.
Abbas Afridi & Mohammad Nawaz: Experience Meets Execution
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Abbas Afridi, with his calm death-overs and precise yorkers, climbed 18 places to joint-19th among bowlers.
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Mohammad Nawaz, ever the steady left-arm option, rose 51 spots to reach No. 56 in the bowling charts. Quiet? Maybe. Valuable? Absolutely.
Farhan & Agha: Under-the-Radar, On the Rise
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Sahibzada Farhan moved up 34 places to No. 63 after a steady run against the West Indies.
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Salman Ali Agha, often overlooked, has reportedly climbed into the top 75. While not yet confirmed by ICC, multiple cricket outlets noted his recent rise.
It’s not just about stars anymore — it’s about depth.
Why It Matters for Pakistan Cricket
This isn’t just about numbers on a page. It’s about a shift in momentum — a new generation proving they belong on the global stage.
With the T20 World Cup 2026 not far away, this surge of young names — from Haris to Muqeem — shows the pipeline is strong and the future is ready.
Final Thoughts
This isn’t a rebuild.
It’s a reset — fast, fearless, and full of fresh firepower.
The world had better keep up.
Quick Recap
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Mohammad Haris: +210 → Now No. 30
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Hasan Nawaz: +57 → Joint No. 45
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Saim Ayub: No. 61 in batting, No. 24 in all-rounders
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Sufiyan Muqeem: +69 → Top 35 bowlers
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Abbas Afridi: +18 → Joint No. 19
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Mohammad Nawaz: +51 → No. 56
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Farhan & Agha: +34 and +42 → Steady upward trend
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