Top 5 batsmen in world cricket right now

3. Steve Smith

Smith is sure to return to his very best if given the opportunity.

The former captain of the Australian team is serving a ban alongside David Warner. He has been out of International action for more than 6 months and is still on the number 2 position in the ICC Test rankings. This shows how good a player he is.

Smith is an impact player who likes to play a long innings every time he goes out to bat. His wicket is always heavily prized and if given a reprieve, he is sure to make it count.

Smith will return to international cricket a month before the World Cup will start. Given the versatile batsman that he is, no one should be surprised if he is drafted straight away into the squad.