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According to the latest figures, Australia hold a firm grip on the No. 1 spot with a rating of 163, accumulated from 4,573 points across 28 matches. England follow in second place, registering 4,550 points from 36 outings and maintaining a rating of 126. India remain close behind, also posting a rating of 126, but with a higher points tally of 5,041 from 40 matches, which keeps them in the third position under the ICC’s ranking methodology.
South Africa take the fourth spot with 3,471 points and a rating of 99 from 35 matches, while New Zealand stay competitive at No. 5 with 2,129 points and a rating of 93 across 23 games. Sri Lanka occupy sixth place with 1,965 points and a rating of 82 after 24 contests, showcasing steady progress in recent seasons.
Bangladesh step into the seventh position with a rating of 75, drawn from 1,798 points in 24 matches, edging just ahead of Pakistan, who rank eighth with 1,834 points and a rating of 73 over 25 fixtures. West Indies follow closely at No. 9, scoring 1,836 points and a rating of 71 from 26 matches, reflecting the tight competition among mid-table teams. Ireland round out the top ten with 1,467 points and a rating of 51 across 29 games.
The updated standings underline a widening gap between the world leaders and emerging contenders, while also highlighting how consistency and match volume continue to influence the rankings. As teams prepare for upcoming bilateral series and major ICC tournaments, these rankings will play a pivotal role in shaping both qualification pathways and competitive expectations in women’s international cricket.
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