As test matches are being played between all teams, everyone’s excitement is growing because 15 matches are left in the 2023-25 World Test Championship cycle. However, it is still unclear which two teams will play the final match at Lord’s in June 2025.
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India’s Roadmap to the WTC Final: Scenarios Explained
Talking about Team India in the World Test Championship, even though the Indian team lost the 3-match Test series 3-0 at home against New Zealand, they are still in the race to reach the WTC final. In fact, the Indian team can directly qualify for the WTC final on their own. Apart from this, there are scenarios where Team India will have to depend on the results of other teams.
To qualify for the final, India needs to win at least 3-0 in the ongoing 5-match Test series against Australia. If two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy end in a draw and India wins the remaining three, the team can easily reach the WTC final. Winning four matches with one draw will also allow India to qualify directly. Additionally, a 4-1 win will also help India reach the final. If India defeats Australia 5-0, they will directly qualify for the final.
The race for the WTC final continues between India, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka. If South Africa wins against Sri Lanka and England wins against New Zealand, the competition might turn triangular. Among India, South Africa, and Australia, two teams are most likely to play the WTC final.
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WTC Points Table 2023-25: The Battle for the Top Spots
In the World Test Championship points table, India is at the top with 61.11 points. South Africa is in second place with 59.25 points, Australia is third with 57.69 points, and New Zealand is in fourth place.
