India’s Shafali Verma has moved up two places to sixth in the latest ICC women’s T20I batting rankings, while teammate Smriti Mandhana has slipped one spot to fourth, according to the latest update released by the International Cricket Council.

The rankings shift comes after a series of recent international fixtures that saw mixed performances from India’s top-order batters. Shafali’s rise reflects a string of impactful innings, where her aggressive starts at the top of the order helped boost her rating points and overall standing among global batters.

Mandhana, who has long been one of India’s most consistent performers in the T20 format, dropped to fourth despite maintaining a strong position in the rankings table. Her slight dip is understood to be the result of relatively quieter performances compared to her recent peak form, though she continues to remain among the elite group of women batters worldwide.

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The ICC rankings are updated based on a weighted system that considers recent performances, opposition strength, and match context. Small shifts in form or missed opportunities can often lead to movement in positions, especially among closely ranked top players.

Shafali’s climb is being viewed positively by analysts, who see it as a sign of growing consistency in her approach at the international level. Known for her attacking batting style, she has increasingly balanced aggression with shot selection, helping her convert starts into more meaningful contributions for India.

Meanwhile, Mandhana’s standing remains strong despite the drop, with her overall record continuing to keep her among the most influential batters in women’s cricket. She remains a key figure in India’s batting lineup and a consistent presence in global rankings across formats.The latest rankings update underscores the competitive nature of women’s international cricket, where fine margins in performance frequently lead to shifts in position among the top tier of players.

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