Updated WTC Points Table After New Zealand vs England Series
The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 is in a crucial phase. Teams are competing for a spot in the final at Lord’s in 2025. New Zealand’s recent 423-run win over England in the final Test ended both teams’ WTC campaigns in the middle of the standings. They are now out of contention for the title clash.
| POS | TEAM | PLAYED | WON | LOST | DRAW | DED | POINTS | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SOUTH AFRICA | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 76 | 63.33 |
| 2 | AUSTRALIA | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 102 | 60.71 |
| 3 | INDIA | 16 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 110 | 57.29 |
| 4 | NEW ZEALAND | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 81 | 48.21 |
| 5 | SRI LANKA | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 45.45 |
| 6 | ENGLAND | 22 | 11 | 10 | 1 | 22 | 114 | 43.18 |
| 7 | PAKISTAN | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 40 | 33.33 |
| 8 | BANGLADESH | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 45 | 31.25 |
| 9 | WEST INDIES | 11 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 32 | 24.24 |
South Africa: Strong Contenders for the WTC Final
- Current Standing: 1st (63.33 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 2 home Tests vs Pakistan
- Best Possible Finish: 69.44 %
South Africa leads the WTC standings. They won a 2-0 home series over Sri Lanka. Their all-round performances have made them front-runners for the Lord’s Final. If they win their last matches against Pakistan, they will be in a strong position, no matter the other results.
Australia: The Defending Champions in the Race
- Current Standing: 2nd (60.71 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 3 Tests vs India (home), 2 Tests vs Sri Lanka (away)
- Best Possible Finish: 71.05%
Australia, the reigning champions, is racing with South Africa and India for a top-two spot. After a 1-1 draw so far in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, they remain in a strong position to secure a place in the final. However, the outcome of the remaining matches against India will be crucial.
India: Fighting to Stay in Contention
- Current Standing: 3rd (57.29 %per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 3 Tests vs Australia (away)
- Best Possible Finish: 64.04%
India’s hopes of a third straight WTC final depend on their series with Australia. A strong win in Perth raised hopes. But, a loss in the second Test has put pressure on the team. They must win all three remaining matches. As competition heats up, India must perform flawlessly to stay in the race.
Other Teams’ Chances
New Zealand: Campaign Ends on a High
- Current Standing: 4th (48.21 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: None
- Best Possible Finish:21%
New Zealand won their final Test by 423 runs. But, early struggles and slow over rate penalties left them out of contention. They finish fourth on the table.
Sri Lanka: Long Shots for Qualification
- Current Standing: 5th (45.45 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 2 Tests vs Australia (home)
- Best Possible Finish: 53.85%
A disappointing series in South Africa has hurt Sri Lanka’s chances of reaching the final. It’s possible, but they must win both Tests against Australia. They also need favorable results from other matches.
England: Out of the Race
- Current Standing: 6th (43.18 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: None
England’s loss in the final Test against New Zealand marked the end of their WTC campaign. They had some strong performances, including a win over New Zealand in the second Test. But, they missed out on qualifying.
Pakistan: Slim Chances
- Current Standing: 7th (33.33 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 2 Tests vs South Africa (away), 2 Tests vs West Indies (home)
- Best Possible Finish: 52.38%
Pakistan is all but out of the race, as their maximum possible finish is unlikely to secure a top-two spot. They will need to win all four remaining matches and rely on a series of unlikely results to stay in contention.
Bangladesh: Promising End to the Campaign
- Current Standing: 8th (31.25 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: None
Bangladesh ended their campaign with a strong series win over the West Indies. They are at the bottom of the standings. But, they swept Pakistan away. That offers hope for the next WTC cycle.
West Indies: Bottom of the Table
- Current Standing: 9th (24.24 % per cent of possible points)
- Remaining Matches: 2 Tests vs Pakistan (away)
- Best Possible Finish: 35.90%
The West Indies have struggled for consistency this cycle. They had some brilliance, like their win over Australia in Brisbane. With two Tests left against Pakistan, they can end on a high note.
The WTC 2023-25 final qualifier is still open. South Africa, Australia, and India are the top contenders. New Zealand and England are out. Teams like Sri Lanka and Pakistan still have slim hopes. They must win their remaining matches. The next few months promise high-stakes cricket as teams vie for a coveted spot at Lord’s.
