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Deepti Sharma climbs to sixth in T20 rankings

2 sourcesUpdated 8 Sept 2026, 10:05 am Coverage regionsGlobal · India
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Deepti Sharma rose two places to sixth in the women's T20I bowling rankings.

She took eight wickets in three Asia Cup matches.

Sree Charani retained the T20I no. 1 ranking.

The updated rankings also showed gains for several other players from Bangladesh, Thailand, England and Ireland.

Why it mattersThe rankings shift can affect player standing, team perception, and future selection narratives after a major tournament.
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What coverage agrees on

Both reports agree that Deepti Sharma climbed in the women's T20I bowling rankings after the Asia Cup and that Sree Charani stayed on top. They also note broader movement in the updated rankings.

What is changing or disputed

The exact ranking table could still change as more performances are reflected in future updates. The supplied reporting does not add any further detail on how the other ranking changes will develop.

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Supportive1

Deepti Sharma is presented positively as a player whose Asia Cup form translated into a rankings gain. The supportive framing stresses her wicket tally and the fact that she advanced to sixth in the T20I bowling list. It also keeps attention on her performance as part of a broader set of ranking changes.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: ICC
Neutral1

The rankings update is reported as a straightforward post-Asia Cup change list. This coverage notes Deepti Sharma's rise, Sree Charani's continued No. 1 spot, and other movement across the women's rankings. It also mentions ODI ranking changes tied to the England-Ireland series.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The Times of India
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ICC Supportive framing Reported

India all-rounder makes rankings gains after Asia Cup haul

Quick source take

The ICC reports that India all-rounder Deepti Sharma advanced to sixth place in the women's T20I bowling rankings after taking eight wickets in three matches during the Asia Cup. According to the article, Sree Charani maintained her position as the top-ranked T20I bowler. The report also highlights ranking improvements for various other players from Bangladesh, Thailand, England, and Ireland across both T20I and ODI formats.

The Times of India Neutral framing Provisional rating

Asia Cup impact: Deepti Sharma moves up to sixth position; Sree Charani retains T20I no. 1 ranking

Quick source take

The Times of India reports that Indian cricketer Deepti Sharma rose two places to sixth in the latest women's T20I bowling rankings following her performance in the Asia Cup. The article notes that teammate Sree Charani retained the top ranking, while several other international players also advanced in the updated lists. Additionally, the report covers changes in the ODI rankings following the series between England and Ireland.