Joe Root has reclaimed the No. 1 spot in the ICC Men's Test batting rankings after an impressive series against the West Indies, where he scored 291 runs, including a century and two fifties. This performance allowed him to surpass New Zealand's Kane Williamson, who now ranks second. Meanwhile, England's comprehensive 3-0 victory over the West Indies has propelled them to sixth place in the World Test Championship standings. In the same context, India is currently leading the points table, closely followed by Australia, with both teams showing strong performances in their respective matches. The Indian hockey team has also made headlines by defeating Ireland 2-0 in the 2024 Olympics, positioning them at the top of their pool. The upcoming matches between Australia and Belgium will be crucial as they compete for positions in the standings.