The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its latest Test player rankings, with England's Harry Brook climbing to the top of the batting charts.
Brook replaces fellow England batter Joe Root as the world's No.1 Test batter, while Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, and Nouman Ali have also made progress in the updated rankings.
Harry Brook has risen to the No.1 position in the ICC Test batting rankings after a strong run of performances.
The England batter overtakes his teammate Joe Root, who has dropped two places to third in the latest update.
Australia's Travis Head has moved up one spot to second place, splitting the two England stars at the top of the rankings.
Joe Root slips to third
Former No.1 Test batter Joe Root has fallen from the summit of the rankings to third place.
Despite the drop, Root remains among the world's leading Test batters and continues to be a key figure in England's batting lineup.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan move up
Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have both gained one position in the latest rankings.
Rizwan has climbed to 20th place, while Babar Azam has moved up to 21st among Test batters.
The rise reflects their recent performances and contributions in the longest format of the game.
Bumrah retains No.1 bowling ranking
Among Test bowlers, India's Jasprit Bumrah has maintained his position as the world's top-ranked bowler.
The Indian pace spearhead continues to lead the bowling rankings, underlining his consistency and impact in Test cricket.
Pakistan spinner Nouman Ali has made progress in the bowling rankings, moving up one place to sixth.
His rise further strengthens Pakistan's representation among the world's leading Test bowlers.
In the all-rounders category, India's Ravindra Jadeja continues to hold the No.1 ranking.
Jadeja's ability to contribute with both bat and ball has helped him retain his place at the top of the all-rounders standings.
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