Several Tiger batters elevated in ICC Test rankings

Several Bangladeshi batters have shown progress in the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings despite a 2-0 series defeat against Sri Lanka in the ICC World Test Championship.

Opener Zakir Hasan, who scored of 54 and 19, has climbed three places to reach the 75th position in the Test batting rankings. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, known for his all-round abilities, has also moved up the rankings, jumping from 99th to 88th position after a 81 not out in the second innings of the Chattogram Test.

Another notable gain comes from Mominul Haque, who has moved up four slots to reach the 46th position after scoring 83 runs in two innings he played.

The series also saw significant movements for Sri Lankan players, with all-rounder Kamindu Mendis and former captain Angelo Mathews making notable gains in both batting and bowling rankings.

Sri Lanka’s bowlers Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, and Lahiru Kumara also improved their positions following strong performances in the series.