New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Performers in the build-up to the ICC Women's Cricket Cup have made significant climbs in the latest ICC ODI Women's Player Rankings. India's Deepti Sharma's pair of two-wicket hauls against Australia moved the Indian standout up two spots to fifth (651).

With Pakistan taking on South Africa and India meeting Australia, players across the four countries enjoyed their moves, particularly with the bat, as runs flowed across the two series, according to the ICC website.

Indian seamer Kranti Gaud (up 23 spots to 39th) continues her fine start to the international game, while England's Sophie Ecclestone (795 rating points) boasts an 85-point lead as the top-ranked ODI bowler ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

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