ICC ODI Bowling Rankings 2026: Top 10 Best Bowlers in the World

The ICC ODI Bowling Rankings are the best way to assess consistency in 50-over cricket. They don’t just take into account the number of wickets, but also the quality of the opposition, recent form and the impact of the performance on the match, unlike the wicket chart. According to the latest ICC rankings in 2026, spin bowling is at the forefront of the ODI format while some great fast bowlers also feature on the list.

Here’s a look at the top 10 ICC ODI bowlers in the world in 2026.

ICC ODI Bowling Rankings 2026 – Top 10

Rank	Player	Team	Rating
1	Rashid Khan	Afghanistan	682
2	Abrar Ahmed	Pakistan	675
3	Jofra Archer	England	649
4=	Mitchell Santner	New Zealand	645
4=	Keshav Maharaj	South Africa	645
6	Maheesh Theekshana	Sri Lanka	641
7	Shaheen Shah Afridi	Pakistan	604
8	Mehidy Hasan Miraz	Bangladesh	602
9=	Adil Rashid	England	599
9=	Gudakesh Motie	West Indies	599

Top 10 Best ODI Bowlers in the World (2026)

1. Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)

Rashid Khan is still the world’s No. 1 bowler in ODI cricket. His control, quick leg-spin and wicket-taking skills in the middle overs have made him one of the strongest bowlers in ODIs.

2. Abrar Ahmed (Pakistan)

Pakistan’s mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed has enjoyed a rapid rise in ODI cricket. His accuracy with variations have helped him become one of the most dangerous wicket-takers. This gained him the second spot in the ICC rankings.

3. Jofra Archer (England)

England fast bowler Jofra Archer is at the third position after an impressive performance. He is capable of delivering fast pace, bounce and strike at any stage of the innings. This makes him one of the most dangerous ODI bowlers today.

4=. Mitchell Santner (New Zealand)

Mitchell Santner is at the fourth position. Due to his disciplined left-arm spin and economical bowling. The New Zealand all-rounder consistently controls the middle overs and gets valuable success.

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4=. Keshav Maharaj (South Africa)

South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj is also at the joint fourth position. He is one of the most consistent spin bowlers in ODIs. He has proven it through his accuracy and experience.

6. Mahesh Thikshan (Sri Lanka)

Thikshan remains Sri Lanka’s main ODI spinner. He keeps batsmen under pressure with his variations like the carrom ball and takes important wickets.

7. Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan)

Shaheen Shah Afridi has moved up to seventh place after another successful spell in ODI cricket. Known for his lethal swing and ability to strike early with the new ball, he has been Pakistan’s pace leader in white-ball cricket.

8. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)

Bangladeshi all-rounder Miraz continues to impress with his off-spin in ODIs. He has been consistent and impressive enough to be considered one of the best bowlers in the world.

9=. Adil Rashid (England)

England’s experienced leg-spinner, Adil Rashid, is one of nine bowlers ranked ninth in the current ODI rankings.

9=. Gudakesh Moti (West Indies)

Finally, West Indies player Gudakesh Moti is also one of the best bowlers in the world and is ranked ninth to tenth in the latest rankings of ODI cricket bowlers.

Conclusion

The latest ICC ODI bowling rankings underline the growing influence of spin bowling in modern one-day cricket, with Rashid Khan retaining the number 1 spot. However, fast bowlers like Jofra Archer and Shaheen Shah Afridi are proving that pace remains just as valuable in the 50-over format.

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