IND vs AUS: The WTC Final of 2023
India and Australia will go head-to-head in a winner-takes-all battle to conclude the 2021-23 cycle of the World Test Championship. On June 7th, Rohit Sharma’s side will face Pat Cummins and his team in a one-off Test at The Oval. The victor of the match will be crowned the World Test champions. But what happens if the WTC final ends in a draw?
The Stakes are High
India and Australia will be competing for the ICC Test Mace when they clash at the historic Oval ground. The Test match is set to last five days, and the winning side will be awarded the mace, taking the title from New Zealand, the current champions.
No Tie-Breaker
Unlike T20 or ODIs, there is no tiebreaker that can be used to decide the winner. The playing conditions state that if the match ends in a draw or a tie, both teams will be declared joint winners.
Conclusion
The upcoming India vs Australia Test match at The Oval is sure to be an exciting one. With the stakes so high, the game is sure to be a nail-biter, and the result will decide who will be crowned the World Test champions. If the match ends in a draw, both teams will be declared joint winners.