ICC Ranking Predictor: How will Australia-India T20I series impact rankings?
With India dominating the T20I circuit like never before, one would expect the visitors to script something special in the three-match T20I series against Australia. India start their tour with the first match scheduled at the Brisbane Cricket Stadium, today. The next two T20Is would be played on November 23 and 25. The series will impact the ICC T20I rankings, here's how.
How does the table look at the moment?
Currently, Pakistan sit at the top of the ICC T20I rankings with 138 rating points. They are set to end the year as the table toppers. India are at second place with 127 points and Australia are fourth with 116 points.
What will happen if India earn a clean sweep?
If Kohli and Co. earn a clean sweep in the T20Is, this would mean that they will accumulate two more rating points. India will get to 129 points. The Men in Blue will be 9 points behind Pakistan if they win by a 3-0 margin. Meanwhile, Australia will see themselves dropping down to sixth spot after a four-point deduction.
What will happen if India win series 2-1?
If India win the series 2-1, then they will be staying with 127 points and maintain the current gap with Pakistan. Further, a 1-2 loss for Aussies will see them hold on to their current position (4). But the hosts will end up losing one rating point and go down to 115 from 116.
What will happen if India lose series 1-2 or 0-3?
A 1-2 or a 0-3 series defeat for the visitors would keep them in tact at the second spot. However, Finch's side would gain one spot and see themselves climb up to the third position above England. They will gain two points to get to 119. India, on the other hand, would lose two points and come down to 125.
What if the series ends in a draw?
In case the series ends at 1-1, then the positions of the teams will remain the same. But India will lose one rating point and get to 126 points. Meanwhile, Australia will gain one to get closer to England.
