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Indian wicketkeeper names Babar Azam, Naseem Shah among top international cricketers

Pakistan's white-ball captain Babar Azam was ranked above Travis Head in the latest segment

Indian wicketkeeper names Babar Azam, Naseem Shah among top international cricketers PHOTO: AFP

Indian wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul has recently offered his insights on the current international cricket scene by ranking the top five batters and bowlers according to his personal preferences.

During a recent cricket challenge, Rahul was tasked with this ranking, offering a compelling look into his views on his contemporaries and highlighting his perspectives on the game's elite players.

When asked about top five batters, Rahul placed Virat Kohli at the top, acknowledging his exceptional skills and consistency. Following Kohli was Rohit Sharma, the Indian captain known for his aggressive stroke play. 

Suryakumar Yadav, another Indian batter renowned for his innovative shots, secured the third spot. Babar Azam of Pakistan, a prolific run-scorer, was ranked fourth, while Travis Head of Australia completed the list at number five.

When it came to bowling, Rahul expressed his admiration for Dale Steyn of South Africa, placing him at the top. James Anderson of England, known for his swing and seam movement, was ranked second. Jasprit Bumrah, India's premier fast bowler, secured the third position. 

Rashid Khan of Afghanistan, a leg-spin wizard, was ranked fourth, and Naseem Shah of Pakistan, a rising star in fast bowling, rounded out the list.