New Delhi, Oct 28: South African all-rounder Marco Jansen ascended to the pinnacle of the ICC Men’s Test Bowling and All-Rounder Rankings, playing a pivotal role in his team’s 31-run triumph over Australia in the second Test of their ICC World Test Championship series.
Jansen delivered a commanding all-round performance, contributing 85 runs and capturing five wickets for 33 in the first innings, followed by figures of 1 for 34 in the second. His dual brilliance propelled him to the top in both bowling and all-rounder categories, marking his first entry into the coveted test rankings.
The left-arm seamer is the first South African to top the Test bowling rankings since Kagiso Rabada in November 2024 and the first all-rounder to achieve the No. 1 all-rounder position since Vernon Philander in August 2014.
Jansen also vaulted 13 positions to 56th in batting, reflecting his consistent contributions across disciplines.
Temba Bavuma Reaches Career Hight in Rankings
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma surged to a career-best second place in the Test batting rankings after his match-winning 179 against Australia. His innings propelled him four places upward, positioning him second overall and creating an opportunity to challenge England’s Harry Brook for the top spot.
Bavuma’s century was instrumental in securing the victory, reinforcing his status as a leading Test batsman globally.
Scott Boland and Wiaan Mulder Advance in Rankings
Australia’s Scott Boland improved to sixth in the Test bowling charts after taking five wickets for 81 runs. Meanwhile, South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder climbed 10 positions to 43rd after claiming five wickets across the match.
The third Test in Cape Town saw South Africa post 329/8 declared, with half-centuries from Aiden Markram, Marquess Ackerman, David Bedingham, and Jansen. Australia’s Mitchell Starc claimed a six-wicket haul, while Nathan Lyon added two wickets to his tally.
