ICC Rankings Update: Rizwan narrows gap with SKY, while Imad and Iftikhar make significant gains.

Babar Azam maintains third position in latest T20I batter rankings for Pakistan.

Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan has been commended for his excellent performance in the recent T20I series against New Zealand. The right-hander finished the series as Pakistan's leading run-scorer with an unbeaten 98* in the fifth and final match. Rizwan's contribution helped him narrow the gap with India's Suryakumar Yadav in the ICC Men's T20I Batting Rankings to less than 100 rating points. Although Yadav still holds the top spot with 906 rating points, Rizwan has moved up to second place with 811 points.

Meanwhile, Pakistan captain Babar Azam holds onto third place in the rankings, despite dropping 13 rating points after managing only 19 runs in the final match of the series. New Zealand's Mark Chapman is the biggest mover in the latest rankings, climbing 45 places to his career-best 35th position after his match-winning century in the final game.

Another notable performance came from Iftikhar Ahmed, who scored 36 runs in the final match and moved up six places to joint-38th, his career-best position. He is now the third-highest ranked Pakistan batter.

All-rounder Imad Wasim was one of Pakistan's most impressive performers during the tied series. The experienced lefty scored 31 runs in the final game and took eight wickets at an average of 10.37. His outstanding efforts were rewarded with an improvement in his rankings, as he jumped inside the top 100 on the list for bowlers and moved up 44 spots to equal 24th in the latest rankings for T20I all-rounders.

The performances of Rizwan, Chapman, Ahmed, and Wasim showcase the talent and depth of the teams in the T20I format. As the focus shifts towards the upcoming T20 World Cup, it will be interesting to see how these players and their respective teams fare on the global stage.

The T20 format has gained immense popularity over the years, and the T20 World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in this format. Teams all over the world are preparing hard for this mega event, and the recent T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand provided an excellent opportunity for players to showcase their skills and gain momentum before the tournament.

Mohammad Rizwan's rise up the rankings is a significant boost for Pakistan, as the team will rely heavily on him during the T20 World Cup. His form has been exceptional in recent times, and he will look to continue his good run of form in the tournament. Similarly, the rise of Mark Chapman is a positive sign for New Zealand, as the team looks to rebuild after the departure of several key players.

Pakistan's all-rounder Imad Wasim has also been impressive in recent times, and his rise up the rankings is a testament to his skills. He will be an integral part of the Pakistan team in the T20 World Cup, and his ability to contribute with both bat and ball will be crucial for the team's success.

Overall, the recent T20I series has provided a glimpse of what we can expect in the upcoming T20 World Cup. The tournament promises to be highly competitive, with several teams capable of winning the title. The rise of players like Rizwan, Chapman, Ahmed, and Wasim adds to the excitement, and it will be interesting to see how they fare in the tournament.