Shubman Gill has ascended to the top of the ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings, overtaking Pakistan’s Babar Azam to become the new Number 1 batter. This remarkable achievement highlights Gill’s growth and his impressive consistency in ODI cricket. As the world gears up for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which will take place after an eight-year hiatus, Gill’s rise to the top spot could play a crucial role for India in their pursuit of further glory in the tournament. The Champions Trophy will begin on February 19, 2025, with the defending champions, Pakistan, taking on New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi.
In his career so far, Gill has amassed 2,587 runs in 50 matches, with an outstanding average of 60.16 and a strike rate of 101.94. His highest score of 208 underscores his capacity to perform under pressure. With 7 centuries and 15 fifties to his name, Gill’s consistency has placed him firmly in the top tier of ODI batters worldwide.
As India prepares for the much-anticipated Champions Trophy 2025, their squad is stacked with talent. The team will be led by Rohit Sharma, with Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, and Shreyas Iyer forming a formidable middle order. Other key players include KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, and Ravindra Jadeja, while the bowling lineup will feature the experience of Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav. The squad also includes promising talents like Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, and Varun Chakaravarthy. The Indian team will be coached by Gautam Gambhir, who will look to bring his wealth of experience to lead the side towards another Champions Trophy victory.
India has had a successful history in the tournament, winning it twice, in 2002 and 2013. With the combination of experienced campaigners and youthful energy, the Indian team is well-positioned to challenge for the title once again in 2025.