Australia are unbeaten in the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle so far.
In the ongoing World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, India lost the first of two Tests against South Africa, while the visitors jumped to the second spot. Earlier, Pakistan and South Africa won one match each and grabbed an equal number of points in the WTC points table. Meanwhile, India have gone down a spot.
Australia, on the other hand, stay unbeaten at the top of the points table.
Australia keep their top spot in the WTC points table with an unbeaten record, while Sri Lanka are third with 66.67%. India are pushed down from third spot to fourth spot, after losing against South Africa.
| POS | TEAM | PLAYED | WON | LOST | DRAW | DED | POINTS | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUS | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 100.00 |
| 2 | SA | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 66.67 |
| 3 | SL | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 66.67 |
| 4 | IND | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 52 | 54.17 |
| 5 | PAK | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 50.00 |
| 6 | ENG | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 26 | 43.33 |
| 7 | BAN | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 16.67 |
| 8 | WI | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 9 | NZ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
The World Test Championship continues to follow its existing structure:
The use of PCT ensures fair standings despite differing numbers of matches played per team.
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In a low-scoring match where only one half-century was made, South Africa took advantage of the turning conditions and humbled India. The pitch used for the Test match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata has already led to a string of controversies after this loss. Additionally, it also marks India’s poor record at home since Gautam Gambhir took up the head coach duties.
Talking about the match, South Africa were all out for 159 in the first innings, courtesy of Jasprit Bumrah’s five-wicket haul. India looked slightly better while batting. KL Rahul was the top scorer with 39 runs, but Shubman Gill retired hurt due to a neck spasm. Simon Harmer shone with four wickets. India managed a lead of 30 runs.
When South Africa batted next, Ravindra Jadeja spun the web with a four-fer. Captain Temba Bavuma stayed unbeaten at 55, while the total reached 153. India failed to complete the target of 124, as they were bundled out for 93 runs. Washington Sundar at No.3 was the top scorer with 31 runs, followed by Axar Patel at 26. But Simon Harmer spun the real magic with another four-wicket haul.
With the IND vs SA 1st Test, India’s point percentage have gone down to 54.17 and they sit in the fourth spot. They have won four and lost three, with one ending in a draw.
India began their WTC 2025-27 schedule with a tough away series in England. Here’s how their Test assignment is shaping up:
The final stretch at home against Australia could prove decisive for India’s spot in the WTC 2027 Final.
The WTC 2027 Final is tentatively scheduled for June 2027, likely at Lord’s, London. Official confirmation on the date and venue is awaited.
Yes, India are very much in contention to reach the WTC 2027 Final, scheduled tentatively for June 2027 at Lord’s. With 10 more Tests left in their campaign—including a home series against South Africa, and Australia—India have a favourable schedule ahead.
Keep track of all the action, results, and standings in the WTC Points Table as the race to Lord’s heats up.
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