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WTC Points Table: India Leapfrogs England After Oval Win, Climbs to 3rd Spot in World Test Championship Race
The five-Test series between India and England concluded with an electrifying climax at The Oval, where India clinched a dramatic 6-run victory. With this win, not only did Team India draw the series 2-2, but it also made significant strides on the World Test Championship (WTC) points table, overtaking England in both points and percentage.
Oval Test: Turning Point in the WTC Standings
Before the final Test, England was in third place with 26 points and a Points Percentage (PCT) of 54.17, while India was in fourth place with just 16 points and a PCT of 33.33. However, the situation changed dramatically after India's thrilling win:
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India’s updated WTC standings:
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Points: 28
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PCT: 46.67%
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Position: 3rd
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England’s updated WTC standings:
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Points: 26
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PCT: 43.33%
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Position: 4th
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India not only closed the gap but overtook England in the race to the WTC Final 2025.
Overview of the WTC Points Table (as of now)
| Rank | Team | Matches | Points | PCT (%) |
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| 1 | Australia | 3 | 36 | 100.00 |
| 2 | Sri Lanka | 2 | 16 | 66.67 |
| 3 | India | 5 | 28 | 46.67 |
| 4 | England | 5 | 26 | 43.33 |
| 5–8 | SA, PAK, NZ | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Teams like South Africa, Pakistan, and New Zealand are yet to begin their WTC 2025 cycle campaigns.
What’s Next for Team India?
India now prepares for two important home series:
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India vs West Indies – 2 Tests starting October 2, 2025
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India vs South Africa – To follow after WI series
These matches on home soil present India with a golden opportunity to climb further up the WTC table and secure a lead in the race to the final.
England’s Upcoming Challenge
England’s next assignment is a tough one—they will tour Australia for the Ashes, starting November 21, 2025. A 5-Test Ashes series down under will be pivotal for England’s WTC campaign.
