Here is the list of all 20 recognized T-20 cricket teams by the ICC. The rankings are based on the official ICC Men’s T-20 Team Rankings. We update the ratings, points, and rankings daily, so check here for the latest information!
ICC Men’s T20I Rankings – Teams
| Pos | Team | Matches | Points | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | India | 73 | 19561 | 268 |
| 02 | Australia | 48 | 12417 | 259 |
| 03 | England | 48 | 12252 | 255 |
| 04 | West Indies | 59 | 14587 | 247 |
| 05 | New Zealand | 54 | 13324 | 247 |
| 06 | South Africa | 46 | 11345 | 247 |
| 07 | Pakistan | 54 | 12758 | 236 |
| 08 | Sri Lanka | 48 | 11159 | 232 |
| 09 | Bangladesh | 56 | 12797 | 229 |
| 10 | Afghanistan | 42 | 9322 | 222 |
| 11 | Ireland | 49 | 9629 | 197 |
| 12 | Zimbabwe | 57 | 11182 | 196 |
| 13 | Scotland | 27 | 5151 | 191 |
| 14 | Netherlands | 28 | 5131 | 183 |
| 15 | Namibia | 41 | 7456 | 182 |
| 16 | UAE | 58 | 10389 | 179 |
| 17 | Nepal | 46 | 7852 | 171 |
| 18 | USA | 30 | 5010 | 167 |
| 19 | Oman | 50 | 7807 | 156 |
| 20 | PNG | 31 | 4472 | 144 |
(Last Updated – 8 February 2025)
How Are ICC Men’s T20 Team Rankings Calculated?
The ICC Men’s T20 Team Rankings are determined using a points-based system that evaluates team performances in Twenty20 International (T20I) matches. The system accounts for match results, opponent strength, and recent performance to provide a fair and transparent ranking.
Key Factors in the Calculation
- Match Points
- Teams earn points for each T20I match based on the result:
- Win: Points are awarded proportional to the opponent’s strength.
- Tie/No Result: Points are shared equally between the teams.
- Loss: No points are awarded.
- Teams earn points for each T20I match based on the result:
- Opponent Strength
- A team earns more points for defeating a higher-ranked opponent compared to a lower-ranked one.
- Conversely, losing to a lower-ranked team results in a greater deduction of points.
- Weightage of Matches
- Matches from the most recent 12 months carry full weight.
- Matches played between 12-36 months ago carry 50% weight.
- Minimum Matches Requirement
- Teams must play a minimum of six matches in the past three years to qualify for the rankings.
- This ensures active teams are ranked fairly.
- Rating Formula
- A team’s rating is calculated by dividing the total points earned by the number of matches played:
Rating = Total Points ÷ Matches Played - Ratings are rounded to the nearest whole number and determine the team’s ranking.
- A team’s rating is calculated by dividing the total points earned by the number of matches played:
Example Calculation
If a team earns 1,800 points from 20 matches, their rating is:
Rating = 1,800 ÷ 20 = 90
Updates and Transparency
- Rankings are updated after every T20I series or tournament.
- The system ensures that the rankings reflect current performance trends and competitive standings.
For the latest rankings and details, visit the Official ICC T20I Rankings Page.