ICC Test Rankings: Padikkal Up, Gill & Bumrah Down

The latest International Cricket Council (ICC) Test rankings, released on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, reflect significant shifts following recent international series, with Indian batter Devdutt Padikkal making notable gains and captain Shubman Gill slipping. Padikkal, who impressed during the recent two-match Test series in Sri Lanka, climbed five places to reach 54th in the Test batting rankings. The 26-year-old Indian opener amassed 328 runs across the series, averaging an outstanding 109.33. He achieved centuries in both Tests, scoring 167 in the first match at Galle and 117 in the second at Colombo. His consistent performances and ability to convert starts into substantial scores were highlighted as a major positive for the Indian team. Captain Shubman Gill acknowledged Padikkal's consistency, stating his batting was a "treat to watch" and demonstrated a strong player mindset. Sri Lanka's young batter Sonal Dinusha also made a substantial leap, climbing 29 places to reach a career-best 25th in the Test batting rankings. Dinusha played a crucial role in Sri Lanka securing a draw in the Colombo Test, avoiding a series whitewash.