Top 9 fittest cricketers and their yo-yo test scores

In the game of cricket, fitness has become an important aspect due to the different attributes players require to excel. Whether a player is fielding near the ropes, running between the wickets, or bowling fast, they need speed and agility to excel. Thus, all cricket boards have been emphasizing players’ fitness along with their batting abilities and bowling expertise. Yo-Yo testing has become one of the most popular parameters to measure fitness. This is an aerobic exercise that determines a player’s stamina, speed, endurance, and agility. It is measured by calculating the number of shuttles done at a specific speed level. Here are 9 cricketers with the highest Yo-Yo scores: 9. Rishabh Pant (IND) – 17.2 Rishabh Pant. (Photo by Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images/Getty Images) Rishabh Pant, the animated wicket-keeper batsman, has been a revelation in terms of ball-striking capabilities with his fearless attitude to eliminate the challenges posed by the bowlers. Currently, he is the first choice wicketkeeper across all formats for India and eventually will have to perform multiple times for the team. As a result, on numerous occasions, the youthful and gifted wicketkeeper-batter has been body-shamed for his weight. Pant has buckled down on his wellness and has been endeavoring to keep up with his wellness levels. He scored 17.3 in the Yo-Yo Test. 8. Mandeep Singh (IND) - 18.3 Punjab batter Mandeep Singh recently announced his move to Tripura after 15-year-long stint with his home state. With his age touching mid-30s, fitness isn't a barrier for the Jalandhar-born. The all-rounder has been a sprinter when it comes to running between the wickets, a handy medium-fast option, and a gun fielder. All these skills require high level of athletic abilities. In an interview with ESPNcricinfo, the domestic pro revealed that he isn't simply pushing his cricket career, but it takes a lot of efforts for him to maintain his fitness that match his skills in the sport. Mandeep, who has played for multiple IPL franchises, revealed that he clocked 18.3 in the Yo-Yo Test. Also Check: 'I had a score of 18.3 in the Yo-Yo Test' - Mandeep Singh believes age not a barrier to fitness and skills in cricket 7. Ravindra Jadeja (IND) – 19 A world-class fielder and arguably the best batsman out there, Ravindra Jadeja is the ideal candidate for this list. The three-dimensional player is a captain’s delight. While he has the ability to smash the ball long distances in the end overs, he can also dish out accurate overs that has troubled some of the biggest names in the game. With his superior fielding skills whether he is on the boundary or inside the circle, Jadeja does not let the ball go past him. On several occasions, we have seen him take sensational catches and effect run-outs. Thus, it’s no surprise that Jadeja nails the Yo-Yo Test. He has reached the 19-point mark on a few occasions, placing him at no. 7 on this list. 6. Hardik Pandya (IND) – 19 (Photo Source: Instagram) It is another all-rounder from India as Hardik Pandya finds a place in the list. Like Jadeja, Pandya can also serve in all three departments, making him a valuable part of the team. This speedster can score quick runs in death overs in addition to bowling handy spells. As far as fielding is concerned, Pandya is a contender as fast as anyone in the world, and he takes stunning catches that leave fans awestruck. If that’s not enough, the all-rounder also has a strong arm through which he has affected many run-outs from the boundary ropes. Pandya has also reached the 19-point mark and would be determined to enhance his score even further. Also Check: 10 sexiest cricketers currently in international cricket 5. Virat Kohli (IND) – 19 Virat Kohli against England. (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/Getty Images) The former Indian captain is the epitome of fitness in the cricket world since the year 2012. It was then that Virat Kohli began concentrating on training and working out to improve his performance. The marvelous cricketer kept improving with time as his performance steadily improved. In addition to his batting expertise, Kohli is a live wire on the field. He has sharp reflexes and great ability to cover the ground. One would seldom see Kohli bloated or tired on the field. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that Kohli has changed the perception of fitness in Indian cricket. Nowadays, most players have well-toned bodies and chiseled muscles. However, surpassing Kohli’s fitness standards is not something everyone can do. Also Check: Top 5 players who have beaten Virat Kohli in yo-yo test 4. Manish Pandey (IND) – 19.2 Virat Kohli’s fitness standards are legendary, but just think of very few players who have had higher Yo-Yo scores than the Indian captain. His teammate Manish Pandey is also included in that list. The right-handed batsman doesn’t play a lot of international cricket but has an exceptional record in domestic cricket. Manish Pandey is able to stay at the crease for a long period of time, and his big-hitting ability has neutralized many potent bowlers. However, batting is not Pandey’s only strength. The veteran cricketer is an exceptional fielder and occupies essential positions. Furthermore, his hands help him take difficult catches. With the fitness standards in the Indian team increasing with each passing day, Pandey has to maintain his athleticism to play at the highest level. 3. Kagiso Rabada (SA) – 19.2 Kagiso Rabada. (Photo by AAMIR QURESHI/AFP via Getty Images) There have been tough times for the South African cricket team, and their glory days aren’t coming back any time soon. However, one player who has been performing exceptionally well for his side is Kagiso Rabada. Irrespective of the situation or circumstances, the right-arm pacer never fails to deliver. In fact, being a fast bowler is indeed a tiring job, and hence, captains generally put them at fine-leg or third-man positions. But this is not the case with Rabada. The veteran speedster is often found fielding in crucial areas because of his ability to cover the ground quickly. On many occasions, he has also taken some jaw-dropping catches. Hence, it is quite evident that Rabada is one of the fittest players going around. 2. Maheesh Theekshana (SL) – 19.2 Maheesh Theekshana. (Photo by Isuru Sameera Peiris/Gallo Images/Getty Images) He was not picked in the Sri Lankan squad for the U-19 World Cup because of his weight. In less than three years, Maheesh Theekshana has been selected by Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2022 auction. The off spinner debuted for the Sri Lankan senior team earlier this year at the age of 21. Theekshana struck with his first ball in international cricket. He ended his debut match with four wickets as Sri Lanka beat South Africa to complete a rare series win over a team ranked in the top five. Theekshana took 10.1 minutes to complete the two-kilometre test two years ago, and his best time for the Yo-Yo test was 16.1. By 2020, he had lost 22 kilograms, improved his Yo-Yo maximum to 19.2, and decreased his time for the two-kilometre sprint to 8.28 minutes. 1. Jonny Bairstow (ENG) – 21.8 Jonny Bairstow. (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/Getty Images) Jonny Bairstow, England’s brash opener, holds the first place in the list. The wicketkeeper-batsman is a vital cog in the country’s formidable white-ball squad, and his records speak volumes about his capabilities. Bairstow likes to take on the bowlers from the outset, and the sheer variety of his shots makes him a player to watch. Bairstow also is known for his precision glovework and has even kept wickets for England in Test matches. In ODIs, however, Bairstow is spotted near the boundary ropes due to his ability to create magic in the field. Bairstow has taken some fantastic catches and has also saved a lot of runs. He does not have a lean physique but remember, looks can be deceiving. He has registered an astonishing score of 21.8 in the Yo-Yo Test.

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Top 9 fittest cricketers and their yo-yo test scores

Yo-Yo test is an aerobic exercise that determines a player's stamina, speed, endurance, and agility.

5. Virat Kohli (IND) – 19

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