Virat Kohli’s exceptional innings of 139 not out in the first One Day International (ODI) against the West Indies has elevated him to second position in the latest ODI batting rankings. This match, played on September 30, 2026, marked Kohli’s 55th ODI century and his 86th hundred across all formats of the game.

The Indian batsman achieved a rating of 796, moving up one place in the rankings, as indicated on the ICC website. This significant performance underscores his continued dominance in the sport, contributing to his reputation as one of the finest in cricket history.

Kohli’s latest achievement has put him just behind his teammate Shubman Gill, who currently occupies the top spot in the rankings with 816 rating points. Gill also showcased his skill by scoring a century in the same match, further solidifying his position at the summit of the rankings.

Current Rankings of Other Players

In addition to Kohli and Gill, the rankings feature New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell in third place, holding 794 points. Mitchell is the only player outside of India within the top three, demonstrating the strong performances by Indian players in recent matches.

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma ranks fourth in the standings with a rating of 719. His consistent performances have kept him in contention among the top batsmen globally.

Across the globe, Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis has seen a notable rise in his ranking, moving up three spots to position seven, with a career-best rating of 674 following his impressive 121 in Leeds. Harry Brook of England is also on the ascent, now ranked 11th with 650 points after moving up one position, sitting close to Ireland’s Harry Tector, who has 653 points.

Notable Movements in Other Rankings

Meanwhile, in South Africa, Temba Bavuma made headlines with his century against Australia, resulting in a significant ten-place leap to the 32nd rank, achieving a rating of 556. Such performances highlight the competitive environment in international cricket.

Another South African player, Matthew Breetzke, has also made remarkable progress, climbing 19 spots to reach 21st place in the rankings, with a rating of 607. His rise indicates the emergence of new talent in the game.

David Miller, contributing a stellar 142 runs off 93 balls in the second ODI, has re-entered the rankings at 41st place. His consistent performances are expected to positively impact his future standing as he continues to contribute to his team’s success.

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