India’s reign at the top of the ICC T20I rankings is under serious threat after their defeat to Australia in the second T20I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on October 31, 2025. The five-match series, which now stands at 1-0 in Australia’s favour, has also triggered a close race for the top ranking in men’s T20I cricket.

Australia Narrow the Gap

Before the match, India were comfortably placed at the No.1 position with 271 rating points, while Australia followed closely with 269. However, the MCG loss has drastically tightened the margin, leaving the Aussies just two points behind. A win in the upcoming third T20I could see Australia leapfrog India to reclaim the No.1 ranking in the ICC standings.

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