India WTC 2023-25 Standings After Brisbane Test - Hopes for Final Qualification Still Alive
India's chances of qualification to the final of the 2023-25 World Test Championship (WTC) remain alive after an exciting Brisbane Test. Their performance in the series has kept hopes alive, and they continue to fight for a spot in the final. The article gives updates on the latest WTC standings and how India is shaping up as the tournament progresses.
Minimal damage to WTC 2023-25 standings has been seen after the third test between India and Australia in Brisbane that has been quite badly marred by rain. Both the teams have kept their position as Australia continues to hold on to second and India on third. South Africa, who had a great grip over the top position so far, continues to maintain the lead as they gear up for their final Test series in the ongoing WTC cycle that begins on December 26.
India, beginning at 57.29 percent, remained at third position even after it fell to 55.88 percent. Australia also dipped from 60.71 percent to 58.89 percent. But both are well placed to make it to the WTC Final.
How Can India Qualify for the WTC Final?
India is still alive, but the team's destiny is not in their hands. In case India wins both remaining matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, they will qualify automatically for the final, irrespective of what other results are. If India win only 2-1 series, then Sri Lanka needs to defeat Australia 1-0 or draw the series 1-1 for their hope to stay. If the series ends at 2-2 then India's qualification chances would be a bit complicated. In this scenario, Sri Lanka must win 2-0 against Australia, and Pakistan should lose at least one game against South Africa.
Key Matches in December 2024
India vs Australia, 4th Test (Dec 26-30, Melbourne): This is the most decisive match of the series so far. Both teams are vying to improve their position in the WTC table.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st Test (Dec 26-30, Centurion): South Africa will look to maintain their lead at the top while victory will ensure a top spot in the WTC for them.
WTC 2023-25 Standings After the 3rd Test
South Africa – 76 points (63.33% PCT)
Australia – 106 points (58.89% PCT)
India – 114 points (55.88% PCT)
New Zealand – 81 points (48.21% PCT)
Sri Lanka – 60 points (45.45% PCT)
England – 114 points (43.18% PCT)
Pakistan – 40 points (33.33% PCT)
Bangladesh – 45 points (31.25% PCT)
West Indies – 32 points (24.24% PCT)
Coming weeks will be very critical as India will need all its wits to be on the top of the chart while fighting for a WTC Final berth, and at the same time, South Africa, Australia, and Sri Lanka will also have some fight to be on top in the final stages.
