Kane Williamson is set to topple Virat Kohli as the number one Test batsman in the world.
The New Zealand skipper smashed an unbeaten double century in the first Test against Bangladesh to propel himself to a career-high 915 points in the ICC rankings.
The innings puts him just behind Kohli.
However, the India captain will not be playing any Test cricket in the near future while Williamson has two more matches left in his side's series against Bangladesh.
Indonesia bowler enters record books with five-wicket over in T20I
Indonesia's Gede Priandana became the first bowler to claim five wickets in an over in a Twenty20 International, in a game against Cambodia in Bali on Tuesday.
Neymar undergoes successful knee surgery
Neymar has undergone successful arthroscopic surgery on his knee, his club Santos said on Monday, as the winger bids to get back to full fitness and earn a place in the Brazil squad for next year's World Cup.
Salah scores late winner as Egypt come from behind to beat Zimbabwe
Mohamed Salah has snatched a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Egypt came from behind to beat Zimbabwe 2-1 in their first game at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco on Monday.
Sharjah Warriorz survive low-scoring thriller to beat Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
Sharjah Warriorz have held their nerve to clinch a dramatic four-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Monday.
Foster's sweet strike fires South Africa to victory over Angola
Lyle Foster has scored a superb winner from outside the box as South Africa defeated Angola 2-1 in Africa Cup of Nations Group B in Marrakech on Monday, the first time they have won their opening match at the continental finals in 21 years.
Dubai Police are warning motorists about the dangers of driving while extremely tired or suffering from health issues such as blood sugar imbalances, high blood pressure or psychological conditions.
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of 'Omda Exchange' and removed its name from the official register.
Jebel Jais has temporarily closed all operations and facilities during its peak season to carry out safety assessments and maintenance following the unstable weather conditions that recently affected the UAE.
