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ICC World Test Championship (2025-2027) Points Table | WTC 2023-2025 Points Table
The current ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 cycle has come to an end, but the race for supremacy in Test cricket continues with the new 2025-2027 cycle. The WTC has revolutionised the game’s longest format by giving each Test series a global context and meaning.
Each team’s position in the points table is determined by their PCT (Percentage of Points Won), a fair and transparent method that ensures equal comparisons between teams that have played different numbers of matches.
| Pos | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Draw | Ded | Points | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUS (Australia) | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 84 | 87.50 |
| 2 | NZ (New Zealand) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 77.78 |
| 3 | SA (South Africa) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 75.00 |
| 4 | SL (Sri Lanka) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 66.67 |
| 5 | PAK (Pakistan) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 50.00 |
| 6 | IND (India) | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 52 | 48.15 |
| 7 | ENG (England) | 10 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 38 | 31.67 |
| 8 | BAN (Bangladesh) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 16.67 |
| 9 | WI (West Indies) | 8 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4.17 |
Points System
- A team gets 12 points when they win a match
- Teams get 6 points if the game ends in a tie
- Teams get 4 points for a draw
- We rank teams based on their points percentage
- Top two teams advance to the final in 2027
Point deduction: We deduct points if teams bowl their overs too slowly
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WTC 2025–27 Schedule
The championship will begin on 17 June 2025 in Galle, where Sri Lanka will host Bangladesh. Subcontinental conditions, spin-friendly pitches and smart strategy will make for an exciting start to this two-year tour.
Main series: England vs India (June–August 2025)
India will begin their campaign with a thrilling five-Test tour of England, playing at prestigious venues such as Headingley, Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford and The Oval.
Shubman Gill will take over as Test captain and Rishabh Pant will be the vice-captain – a new era will begin after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. If India win this series, they can strongly enhance their chances in the WTC.
Home Assignments: West Indies and South Africa (October-December 2025)
India will then play two important home series:
- West Indies (2 Tests) – October 2025
- South Africa (2 Tests) – November-December 2025, in Kolkata and Guwahati
- These matches give India a good opportunity to pick up points early and test their team’s strength.
- Climate Series: Border-Gavaskar Trophy vs Australia (January-February 2027)
The league stage concludes with a big five-Test home series against Australia. This famous encounter from January to February 2027 could decide who reaches the WTC final. Fans can expect intense and exciting matches on India’s spin-friendly pitches.
WTC 2027 Final
The final will be held at Lord’s in London in June 2027. The exact date and venue have not yet been confirmed.
WTC 2025-27 Series Guide of All Teams
| Team | Scheduled Matches | Not Scheduled to Play Against | Total Home | Total Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 22 | Pakistan, Sri Lanka | England (5), New Zealand (4), Bangladesh (2) | West Indies (3), South Africa (3), India (5) |
| Bangladesh | 12 | India, New Zealand | Pakistan (2), West Indies (2), England (2) | Sri Lanka (2), South Africa (2), Australia (2) |
| England | 21 | Sri Lanka, West Indies | India (5), New Zealand (3), Pakistan (3) | Australia (5), South Africa (3), Bangladesh (2) |
| India | 18 | Bangladesh, Pakistan | West Indies (2), South Africa (2), Australia (5) | England (5), Sri Lanka (2), New Zealand (2) |
| New Zealand | 16 | Bangladesh, South Africa | West Indies (3), India (2), Sri Lanka (2) | England (3), Australia (4), Pakistan (2) |
| Pakistan | 13 | Australia, India | South Africa (2), Sri Lanka (2), New Zealand (2) | Bangladesh (2), West Indies (2), England (3) |
| South Africa | 14 | New Zealand, West Indies | Australia (3), Bangladesh (2), England (3) | Pakistan (2), India (2), Sri Lanka (2) |
| Sri Lanka | 12 | Australia, England | Bangladesh (2), India (2), South Africa (2) | West Indies (2), Pakistan (2), New Zealand (2) |
| West Indies | 14 | England, South Africa | Australia (3), Sri Lanka (2), Pakistan (2) | India (2), New Zealand (3), Bangladesh (2) |
2023-2025 ICC World Test Championship: Champions
The 2023-2025 ICC World Test Championship concluded in June 2025, with South Africa defeating Australia in the WTC final at Lord’s in London to become champions.
It was a fitting end to an exciting cycle where both teams played at their best throughout the game. South Africa’s pace attack, featuring players like Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, played a key role in defeating Australia in the final.
Captain Temba Bavuma lifted the trophy, South Africa’s first WTC title and their first major ICC trophy in years, in a moment that brought immense joy to their fans around the world.
Australia, the defending champions of the 2021-2023 cycle, finished as runners-up, while India, despite being in the top three, failed to make it to the final this time.
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FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the ICC World Test Championship (WTC)?
The WTC is a global tournament for Test cricket in which nine teams compete in a two-year cycle. Its aim is to determine the world’s best Test playing nation.
Q2. How do teams earn points in the WTC?
Teams earn 12 points for a win, 6 for a tie and 4 for a draw. Points are deducted for a slow over-rate. The rankings are based on the Points Percentage (PCT) system.
Q3. Who won the 2023–2025 ICC World Test Championship?
South Africa won the 2023–2025 WTC, defeating Australia in the final at Lord’s in London, to win their first championship title.
Q4. When does the 2025–2027 cycle end?
The ongoing 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle will conclude in June 2027, and the final will once again be held at Lord’s.
Q5. Which teams are currently leading the 2025-2027 WTC points table?
So far, Australia leads the table with three consecutive wins, followed by Sri Lanka, India and South Africa, all of whom have made good starts.
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