India rise to top in ICC rankings

Dubai, Sep 23 (PTI) South Africa's defeat in their
Champions Trophy opener has propelled second-placed India to
the top of the International Cricket Council's one-day
rankings.

India, scheduled to play their opening match of the
Champions Trophy on September 26 against Pakistan, have 126
ratings points.

South Africa slumped to the third spot after losing last
night to Sri Lanka.

South Africa's loss also helped Australia, which gained a
place to be second with 125 ratings points.

Sri Lanka occupy the fourth spot, while Pakistan are in
the fifth position.

The ICC rankings are set for more changes in the next few
days as the Champions Trophy continues. PTI