Oct.3 (CRICKETNMORE) - India, who reached the final of the ICC Women’s World Cup, remain in fourth place in the latest ICC Women's team rankings. India have gained three points to reach 116 points and with New Zealand firmly in their sights.
India captain Mithali Raj: "Gaining these valuable points is no mean achievement and have come after some fine performances over the past year, including at the World Cup. I'm sure this will inspire our team in matches ahead.
"We are now close to New Zealand in the rankings and will aim to be number three."
The World Champion England tops the list. England are now level with Australia on 128 points but ahead on decimal points after the annual update, following which results from the 2013-14 season are no longer included. The rankings now take into account 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons at 50 per cent each while the 2016-17 season accounts for 100 per cent.
ICC Women’s Team Rankings (as on 3 October, following the annual update):
Rank Team Points
- England 128 (+3)
- Australia 128 (-)
- New Zealand 118 (-)
- India 116 (+3)
- Windies 101 (-4)
- South Africa 93 (-)
- Pakistan 72 (-1)
- Sri Lanka 67 (-)
- Bangladesh 37 (-5)
- Ireland 30 (-3)
ICC Media Release