Indian cricket stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have vanished from the latest ICC ODI rankings released on August 20, 2025.
Just a week ago, Rohit held the No. 2 spot while Kohli was ranked fourth with 736 points. Their abrupt absence has sparked confusion among fans and analysts alike.
The ICC rankings now show Babar Azam at No. 2, behind Shubman Gill, who continues to lead with 756 points. Both Sharma and Kohli last played ODIs in February 2025 during the Champions Trophy in the UAE, where they delivered standout performances. Rohit’s match-winning knock in the final and Kohli’s consistency in the group stages were instrumental in India clinching their first ICC ODI title in a decade.
Sources suggest the disappearance is likely due to a technical glitch in the ICC’s ranking system, as both players remain active in the ODI format. The anomaly has reignited discussions around the reliability of automated ranking updates and the need for manual oversight in high-profile listings.
ICC ODI RANKINGS – BATTING (AUGUST 13)
- Shubman Gill – India – 784
- Rohit Sharma – India – 756
- Babar Azam – Pakistan – 751
- Virat Kohli – India – 736
- Daryl Mitchell – New Zealand – 720
- Charith Asalanka – Sri Lanka – 719
- Harry Tector – Ireland – 708
- Shreyas Iyer – India – 704
- Ibrahim Zadran – Afghanistan – 676
- Kusal Mendis – Sri Lanka – 669
