WTC Standings 2023-25: Australia Retain Third Spot
Despite losing the 5th Ashes 2023 Test against England, Australia have held onto their third spot in the World Test Championship standings. With 54.17 percentage points, the Aussies are just behind Pakistan in first place with 100% and India in second with 66.67%. West Indies rounds out the top five with 16.67%.
India vs West Indies: Series Win to Start Fresh Cycle
India recently concluded a two-match Test series against West Indies, winning the first game and drawing the second. The draw in the second game was not enough to prevent the Asian side from starting the new WTC cycle on a winning note. India will now turn their attention to a series against South Africa in December-January.
England vs Australia: Dramatic Collapse Sees England Level
In a thrilling finish, England were able to level with Australia in the WTC standings after a dramatic collapse by the Aussies in their chase of 384. From 264/4, Australia were bowled out for 334 with Stuart Broad taking the last wicket.
Conclusion
The World Test Championship standings have been shaken up by the recent Ashes series, with Pakistan leading the way, India in second, and Australia and England level in third. India will also be pleased to have started the new WTC cycle with a series win over West Indies.