WTC 2023-25 Points Table: Sri Lanka Jumps New Zealand After Win

Sri Lanka secured a commanding 63-run victory over New Zealand on Monday, September 23, in the first Test of the ongoing two-match series at the Galle International Stadium.

The hosts dismissed New Zealand for 211 runs in their second innings, successfully defending a target of 275 to win the match.

Despite a valiant effort from New Zealand’s No. 4 batter, Rachin Ravindra, who top-scored with 92 runs from 168 balls, the Tim Southee-led side fell short.

New Zealand Drops in WTC 2023-25 Standings

Following their loss in the series opener, New Zealand has dropped to the fourth spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 points table, holding a 42.86% points percentage (PCT). On the other hand, Sri Lanka’s second consecutive Test win has propelled them to third place with a 50.00% PCT.

India Leads WTC Points Table

India, led by Rohit Sharma, continues to dominate the WTC 2023-25 standings. After thrashing Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test of their two-match series on Sunday, September 22, in Chennai, India remains at the top with a 71.67% PCT.

They are followed by 2023 WTC champions Australia, who sit in second place with a 62.50% PCT.

Pos	Team	Played	Won	Lost	Draw	Ded	Points	PCT

IND

India

AUS

Australia

Sri Lanka

New Zealand

ENG

England

BAN

Bangladesh

South Africa

PAK

Pakistan

West Indies

WTC Final Set for 2025 at Lord’s

The top two teams from the WTC points table will qualify for the final, which is scheduled to take place next year at Lord’s. India has previously made it to the WTC finals in both 2021 and 2023 but has yet to secure a victory.

Bangladesh’s WTC Position

Bangladesh, currently ranked sixth in the WTC standings with a 39.29% PCT, entered their Test series against India after defeating Pakistan in two consecutive Test matches at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium last month.

Upcoming Fixtures: India vs. New Zealand and India’s Australia Tour

After concluding the ongoing series against Bangladesh, India will face New Zealand in a three-match Test series next month. The first Test is scheduled to take place in Bengaluru, followed by matches in Pune and Mumbai. Additionally, India is set to tour Australia later this year for a highly anticipated five-match Test series, beginning on November 22 in Perth.

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