India and Australia Set for Winner Takes All Clash in WTC Final 2023
India and Australia will face off in a winner-takes-all match to conclude the 2021-23 cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC). On June 7th, Rohit Sharma’s team chose to bowl first against Pat Cummins’ men in a one-off Test at The Oval. The victor of the game will be declared the World Test champions. But what if the WTC final ends in a draw?
What Happens if the WTC Final Ends in a Draw?
India and Australia will battle for the ICC Test Mace on June 7th at the illustrious Oval ground. The Test match is planned to last five days, with the winner being crowned champions. The victor of the IND vs AUS Test will take over the mace from New Zealand, the current holders.
Unlike T20 or ODIs, there is no tiebreaker to determine the champion. The playing conditions state that if the IND vs AUS Test ends in a draw or a tie, both teams will be declared joint winners. If the match is called off due to rain or any other reason within 1500 words, both sides will be declared joint champions.
Conclusion
India and Australia will go head-to-head in a winner-takes-all match to decide the 2021-23 cycle of the World Test Championship. If the IND vs AUS Test ends in a draw or a tie, both sides will be declared joint winners. If the match is called off due to any reason within 1500 words, both teams will be declared joint champions.