Ravindra Jadeja created history and etched his name in the annals of cricketing history after the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings.Jadeja, who was named in the ICC Test team of 2024, set a new record by becoming the player with the longest streak as the Number one all-rounder in Test history.Jadeja had a fine season last year, scoring 527 runs at an average of 29.27 and 48 wickets at an impressive average of 24.29.Jadeja’s reign at the top has officially become the longest streak as the world’s No.1 Test all-rounder, overtaking legends like Jacques Kallis, Kapil Dev, and Imran Khan – players who once defined the role of an all-rounder in Test cricket.This record solidified his place among the modern greats and added yet another feather to his already decorated cap.
Despite ageing 36, Jadeja’s dominance shows how not only his skill but also his fitness and adaptability have allowed him to sustain an elite performance over a prolonged period of time.Currently, he leads the ICC Test All-Rounder Rankings with 400 points, showcasing his dominance in the sport.ICC Test All-Rounder Rankings – Top 10Ravindra Jadeja (India) – 400 pointsMehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh) – 327 pointsMarco Jansen (South Africa) – 294 pointsPat Cummins (Australia) – 271 pointsShakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) – 253 pointsJason Holder (West Indies) – 249 pointsJoe Root (England) – 247 pointsGus Atkinson (England) – 240 pointsBen Stokes (England) – 235 pointsChris Woakes (England) – 225 points