The World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 follows a points-based system to determine the rankings of the top test-playing nations. In this cycle, teams earn 12 points for a win, 4 for a draw, and 6 for a tie. To ensure fairness, the leaderboard is determined using the Points Percentage System (PCT), which is calculated as the percentage of points won by a team out of the total points contested. This system makes the competition more dynamic, as every match contributes to the team’s standing in the championship, keeping the race for the final spot exciting and competitive.
World Test Championship (2023-2025) – Points Table
The World Test Championship (2023-2025) points table ranks teams based on matches won, lost, drawn, and their percentage points (PCT). India leads with an impressive 74.24% PCT from 11 matches, followed by Australia and Sri Lanka. Pakistan and West Indies occupy the bottom spots with low win ratios and points.
| Pos | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Drawn | NR | Points | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 11 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 98 | 74.240 |
| 2 | Australia | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 90 | 62.500 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 55.560 |
| 4 | England | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 93 | 45.590 |
| 5 | South Africa | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 38.890 |
| 6 | New Zealand | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 37.500 |
| 7 | Bangladesh | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 34.380 |
| 8 | West Indies | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 18.520 |
| 9 | Pakistan | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 16.670 |
WTC 2023-25 Fixtures (Upcoming Matches)
The table provides an overview of the upcoming matches in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 cycle. It includes details of scheduled Test matches between various teams such as Pakistan, India, South Africa, Australia, and others. The columns in the table display the following key information:
- Match: Indicates the specific Test match and the teams involved.
- Date: The scheduled date of the match.
- Time (IST): The start time of the match in Indian Standard Time.
- Location: The venue where the match will take place.
These matches range from mid-October to late December 2024, with venues spread across various cities, including Bengaluru, Multan, and Melbourne. The fixtures feature high-profile Test series like India vs. New Zealand, Pakistan vs. England, and Australia vs. India.
| Match | Date | Time (IST) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Test, Pakistan vs England | Tue, 15th Oct | 10:30 AM | Multan |
| 1st Test, India vs New Zealand | Wed, 16th Oct | 9:30 AM | Bengaluru |
| 1st Test, Bangladesh vs South Africa | Mon, 21st Oct | 10:00 AM | Mirpur |
| 2nd Test, India vs New Zealand | Thu, 24th Oct | 9:30 AM | Pune |
| 3rd Test, Pakistan vs England | Thu, 24th Oct | 11:00 AM | Rawalpindi |
| 2nd Test, Bangladesh vs South Africa | Tue, 29th Oct | 10:00 AM | Chattogram |
| 3rd Test, India vs New Zealand | Fri, 1st Nov | 9:30 AM | Wankhede |
| 1st Test, Australia vs India | Fri, 22nd Nov | 7:50 AM | Perth |
| 1st Test, West Indies vs Bangladesh | Fri, 22nd Nov | 7:30 PM | Antigua |
| 1st Test, South Africa vs Sri Lanka | Wed, 27th Nov | 1:00 PM | Durban |
| 1st Test, New Zealand vs England | Thu, 28th Nov | 3:30 AM | Christchurch |
| 2nd Test, West Indies vs Bangladesh | Sat, 30th Nov | 8:30 PM | Jamaica |
| 2nd Test, South Africa vs Sri Lanka | Thu, 5th Dec | 2:00 PM | Gqeberha |
| 2nd Test, New Zealand vs England | Fri, 6th Dec | 3:30 AM | Wellington |
| 2nd Test, Australia vs India | Fri, 6th Dec | 9:30 AM | Adelaide |
| 3rd Test, New Zealand vs England | Sat, 14th Dec | 3:30 AM | Hamilton |
| 3rd Test, Australia vs India | Sat, 14th Dec | 5:50 AM | Brisbane |
| 4th Test, Australia vs India | Thu, 26th Dec | 5:00 AM | Melbourne |
| 1st Test, South Africa vs Pakistan | Thu, 26th Dec | 1:30 PM | Centurion |
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