New Delhi: The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 is gaining momentum with exciting matches unfolding across the globe. In the recent developments, Sri Lanka’s hopes were dashed after a defeat against England at the historic Lord’s ground. This loss has affected their standing in the WTC points table, while Team India maintains its top position.
South Africa Enters Top-5 After Win Against West Indies
The first match of the Test series between South Africa and West Indies ended in a draw, but South Africa bounced back in the second match with a 40-run victory. This win has propelled South Africa into the top-5 of the ICC Test Championship points table. The team’s consistent performance keeps them in the race for the championship title.
Upcoming Series: Pakistan vs Bangladesh and England vs Sri Lanka
The competition is set to intensify with the upcoming Test series between Pakistan and Bangladesh, starting on August 21. On the same day, England will face Sri Lanka in another crucial series. Both matches are expected to bring significant changes to the WTC points table, as teams battle for crucial points.
ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 Points Table (Updated)
- India: 9 matches, 6 wins, 2 losses, 1 draw, 74 points, 68.51% PCT
- Australia: 12 matches, 8 wins, 3 losses, 1 draw, 90 points, 62.50% PCT
- New Zealand: 6 matches, 3 wins, 3 losses, 0 draws, 36 points, 50.00% PCT
- England: 15 matches, 8 wins, 6 losses, 1 draw, 81 points, 45.00% PCT
- South Africa: 6 matches, 2 wins, 3 losses, 1 draw, 28 points, 38.89% PCT
- Bangladesh: 5 matches, 2 wins, 3 losses, 0 draws, 21 points, 35.00% PCT
- Sri Lanka: 6 matches, 2 wins, 4 losses, 0 draws, 24 points, 33.33% PCT
- Pakistan: 6 matches, 2 wins, 4 losses, 0 draws, 22 points, 30.55% PCT
- West Indies: 9 matches, 1 win, 6 losses, 2 draws, 20 points, 18.52% PCT
How Teams Earn Points in the World Test Championship
In the ICC Test Championship, teams earn points based on their performance in each match. A win awards 12 points, a tie gives 6 points, and a draw provides 4 points. Losing a match results in no points. The Percentage of Points (PCT) determines the team’s ranking in the table.
Points Breakdown:
- Victory: 12 points (100% PCT)
- Tie: 6 points (50% PCT)
- Draw: 4 points (33.33% PCT)
- Loss: 0 points (0% PCT)
Teams are also penalized with a deduction of one point for each over they fail to bowl in the allotted time, which can impact their overall standing in the championship. The upcoming series will be crucial for teams looking to improve their positions and challenge India’s dominance in the WTC table.
