The BLACKCAPS have received a boost on the eve of their three-Test series against Bangladesh.
Following South Africa's loss to Sri Lanka, the BLACKCAPS have risen to their highest ever Test ranking of number two in the latest ratings posted by the ICC.
Batsman Henry Nicholls has also achieved a career-high batting ranking of fifth-equal, tied with England’s Joe Root, while BLACKCAPS captain Kane Williamson remains at number two.
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Trent Boult is sixth in the Test bowling rankings, while new ball partner Tim Southee is also in the top 10, sitting ninth.
