The Black Cats have lost just once since December 14 and are well in promotion contention as we enter the final weeks of the season.
But where would they sit if only the results since Parkinson arrived counted? Scroll down and click through the pages as we take a look at the numbers:
1. 23rd - Southend United
Points gained since Phil Parkinson's arrival: 12 Photo: Tom Dulat
2. 22nd - Tranmere Rovers
Points gained since Phil Parkinson's arrival: 14 Photo: Lewis Storey
3. 21st - Bolton Wanderers
Points gained since Phil Parkinson's arrival: 19 Photo: Gareth Copley
4. 20th - Rochdale
Points gained since Phil Parkinson's arrival: 20 Photo: Charlotte Tattersall