Joe Root's exceptional performance in the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's has solidified his position as the top-ranked batsman in the ICC Test rankings, with 922 points, 63 ahead of Kane Williamson. Root scored his 33rd Test century, matching the record for the most centuries by an English player, and praised teammate Gus Atkinson, who excelled with an unbeaten 74 and marked his status as a standout all-rounder by scoring a century and taking five wickets in the match. Atkinson's remarkable contributions have propelled him into the top 20 for all-rounders and the top 30 for bowlers. Meanwhile, several Sri Lankan players made gains in the rankings, with Kamindu Mendis and Asitha Fernando seeing upward movements following their performances. Bangladesh's Litton Das also climbed to 15th place after his crucial innings against Pakistan. Overall, Root's dominance continues to reshape the landscape of Test cricket rankings.