The minute difference in points between India, Pakistan and England throws up a number of interesting scenarios ahead of the Test series between hosts England and Pakistan. Trailing by a mere point, Pakistan could leapfrog India into second place if it wins the series 2-1 or 3-1. India held the second position with third-placed Pakistan breathing down its neck, while Ravichandran Ashwin topped the all-rounders list besides being placed second in bowling in the latest ICC Test rankings released in Dubai on Tuesday. England, who recently defeated Sri Lanka 2-0 in a three-Test home series, is only three points behind Pakistan at 111. England takes on Pakistan in the upcoming four-Test home series knowing that it is within striking distance of overtaking the opposition in the MRF Tyres ICC Test team rankings.

Source: dna July 12, 2016 14:15 UTC