Wed Apr 01 05:00:00 UTC 2026: # Voll Dethrones Mooney, Kerr Ascends to Top All-Rounder Spot in ICC Women’s T20I Rankings
The Story:
Australian batter Georgia Voll has surged to the top of the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings, unseating compatriot Beth Mooney after a blistering century against the West Indies. Voll’s performance propelled her to a career-best 815 rating points. Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr has claimed the No. 1 spot in the T20I all-rounders’ list, displacing Hayley Matthews. These shifts occurred amidst ongoing series between Australia and the West Indies, and New Zealand and South Africa, with significant movements also observed in the ODI rankings.
Key Points:
* Georgia Voll achieved the number one ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings position after scoring a maiden T20I century (52-ball) against the West Indies.
* Beth Mooney’s reign as number one batter ended after beginning in January 2024.
* Australia defeated the West Indies 3-0 in their series.
* Amelia Kerr became the number one T20I all-rounder, dethroning Hayley Matthews.
* The New Zealand vs. South Africa series also saw movements in the ODI rankings, with Maddie Green, Annerie Dercksen, and Ayabonga Kakha making significant gains.
* Stefanie Taylor’s century in the ODI series against Australia led to a jump in her rankings.
* Sophie Ecclestone returned to the top position in the ICC Women’s ODI Bowling Rankings.
Key Takeaways:
* The ICC Women’s T20I and ODI rankings are dynamic and subject to rapid change based on individual performances in ongoing series.
* Australia and New Zealand are currently demonstrating strong performances in women’s cricket, reflected in their players’ rankings.
* All-rounders like Amelia Kerr are increasingly influential in T20I cricket, capable of impacting both batting and bowling rankings.
* The shifts in rankings occur shortly before the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England and Wales, potentially impacting team strategies and player expectations.
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