Top 10 Strongest Cricket Teams In The World

Cricket has really evolved in the last 100 years or so, and looking back in time, you’ll see that many cricket teams were so strong that they were kinda unbeatable, but now, as of 2024, they aren’t as strong as they were once. Take for example the team West Indies, which was the best team in all formats in the 1980s, but now their strength has kinda taken a back seat. And if you don’t miss any cricket matches in modern times, then you probably have a good idea of which are the best and strongest cricket teams right now, correct? Well, if not, worry not, we are here to list out the top 10 strongest cricket teams in the world as of 2024. Alright, let’s get to the list.

1. India

Sure, in the test rankings, India follows closely behind Australia as the second-best Test cricket team in the world, but that’s just one format. If you look into the rankings of ODI and T20, you will see that India is at the top. Without a single doubt, whoever watches cricket regularly knows how strong of a cricket team India has become, like in every department, whether it is bowling, batting or even fielding. And the amount of work they are putting in is really showing in every series and tournament, for example, in the recent T20 World Cup, the Indian team won and stayed undefeated throughout. That’s something right there.

2. Australia

Australia is one if not the best cricket teams in the world as of 2024, and it has been like that for quite a while now. For sure, they are an exceptionally strong team across all formats of the game, especially in Test matches, like if you have ever watched the Ashes series, you’ll know what we are talking about.  As per the ICC’s Men’s Team Rankings, they are currently the World Test Champs with a rating of 124, and the Australian team has continued its unrivaled supremacy in world cricket. Whether it is someone a newcomer to this team or an experienced player, everyone is pretty explosive in their department, and that is precisely what makes them special as a team.

3. England

England had to be at the top of this list because besides India, there is one other nation where you see a proper cricket culture, and it sure is England. Interestingly, the England national team, noted for its strong tactics beloved by aggressive and fast-paced formats known the world over, in 2024 fills the third position on this list. The playing style has undergone a tremendous transformation over the years, typical examples of this were England’s dominating runs in ODIs and T20Is which were brought about by their batters, who were chasing the seamers with a mix of powerful shots, because of a school of thought that cricket has now evolved, and you must play as per the format.

4. South Africa

South Africa has a considerable reputation in the world of cricket along with a Test rating of 104, though in the ODI format, they are at number 3 with a 106 rating. This team is known for its killer and unplayable bowling attack, especially in the fast-bowling segment, making it a tough competitor in each format of the game. And sure, there have been many legends in this team, and at one point in time, it really was the strongest and undefeated cricket team in the world, but many say that they are kinda unlucky.

5. New Zealand

With a Test rating of 89, New Zealand emerges as the fifth team to be part of this elite club. Even though both their player base and their cricketing base are smaller in comparison to those of some other countries, it was their strong team spirit and quick adaptability that helped them reach the top, you know? Without a single doubt, the Kiwis are widely known for their balanced and adaptable team style and they perform well in both Test cricket and limited-overs formats. They really play well under pressure though, we must say that at least.

6. Pakistan

The Pakistan cricket team is one of the best, if not the best, in all formats of the game in the year 2024 globally, and what is more impressive, they are ranked in the sixth position. With a Test rating of 86, Pakistan is slowly rising up in the ranks. Sure, it always has been the bowling attack of this team that was strong, but now they are leveling up the batting side of things as well, and it sure is working in their favor as a team.

7. Sri Lanka

We all remember as cricket fans that Sri Lanka used to be one of the best cricket teams in the past, and it was that just a decade ago, but now all legends are retired, though, it is safe to say that newcomers have realized that they need to be dominate and really show off their skills, and that’s why Sri Lankan cricket team is rising up in the ranks slowly. And their Test rating of 91 really shows how well they are doing. Though, in the ODI and T20 formats, they are still lacking.

8. West Indies

We all know how big of a power hitters West Indies team have, and especially it is their all-rounders that stand out, but they’re really far behind in the ODI and Test rankings. And as we mentioned they have the best power hitters in the world, which is precisely why West Indies is the 4th best T20 team in the world right now.

9. Bangladesh

Sure, Bangladesh has improved tremendously in recent years, becoming a competitive force and taking the 9th position with a Test rating of 65. Just like many other teams on this list, the Bangladeshi cricket team has lost its shine, but they’re still fighting, and trying to level up their rankings, and it is their effectors that matter.

10. Afghanistan

You may be thinking like: Afghanistan is so low on this list, but keep in mind, it is the newest cricket team on this list yet, they have made it in today’s post, all because of the good cricket they have been playing recently. Like, in the recent T20 World Cup, they were the most favorite cricket teams. They even defeated the mighty Australia, can you even imagine that?

Conclusion

There you have it. As you saw, how some teams that were super strong back in the day are now not able to win every single match in every format because other teams are way too strong in every department. This is how cricket evolves, and it’ll be fun to see which teams will stay strong in the coming few years or so, and which will rise again in the ranks.