WTC 2025: Current standings of all teams in the race for the World Test Championship 2025: The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023–25, which is presently underway, has cricket fans all over the world buzzing.
The struggle to advance to the Lord’s final the following year is becoming increasingly fierce as teams compete against one another on the pitch. Let’s examine the current state of play and the difficulties each side has encountered as they attempt to become the best in Test cricket.
India: On top and undeterred
With a potential 68.52% of points, India leads the WTC points standings. A promising rematch with South Africa and England has been set up by their campaign’s strong beginning, which included victories over the West Indies and South Africa.
With their home series against Bangladesh and New Zealand coming up, India have a great opportunity to establish themselves. The difficult five-match series in Australia, though, will put their determination to the test. Despite their difficult past, India can feel more confident after their recent achievements in Australia.
Australia: Defending the title
With 62.50% of possible points, Australia are determined to defend their WTC title. After a thrilling Ashes series and wins over Pakistan and West Indies, they are well placed to make it to the final once again. The home series against India and the away series against Sri Lanka will be decisive. With a powerful lineup and home advantage, Australia have all the elements to make a comeback at Lord’s.
New Zealand: Moving ahead in tough conditions
New Zealand remain a strong contender with 50% of possible points, but their road to the final is full of challenges. The upcoming tours of Sri Lanka and India, followed by a home series against a resurgent England, will be crucial.
The Kiwis’ spin attack, led by Ajaz Patel and Mitchell Santner, will play a key role in the subcontinental conditions. Consistency will be the key for the Black Caps to move ahead in these tough conditions.
Sri Lanka: The Dark Horse
Sri Lanka, who are on 50% of possible points, face a tough challenge. Their upcoming matches against England, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia are challenging. Experienced batsmen like Dimuth Karunaratne, Angelo Mathews and Dinesh Chandimal will have to lead from the front.
Their spin attack will be crucial on home turf, but they will have to be wary of opponents who have adapted to subcontinental conditions. Sri Lanka’s journey to the final will test their patience and resilience.
Pakistan: Home advantage
Pakistan has the tactical advantage of having three6.66% of the possible points because they will play seven of the remaining nine Tests at home. They have made a good start with the victory over Sri Lanka, but the series against South Africa, Bangladesh, and England will be very important.
Pakistan must make the most of their comfortable surroundings in order to guarantee their spot in the championship game. Their home form will be vital.
England: Aiming to bounce back
England’s recent 3-0 win over the West Indies has breathed new life into their WTC campaign, giving them 36.54% of possible points. They will need to maintain their winning streak in the home series against Sri Lanka and perform consistently well in the challenging overseas series against Pakistan and New Zealand. England’s dream of reaching their first WTC final hinges on their ability to overcome these hurdles.
South Africa: The Comeback
South Africa’s journey has been marked by early successes and later failures, currently they are on 25% of possible points. With a world-class bowling attack, they have opportunities to bounce back in the upcoming series against West Indies, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
Temba Bavuma’s leadership will be crucial as the Proteas attempt to regain their footing and stay in contention for the final.
Bangladesh: The Underdog Story
Bangladesh have a tough road ahead of them as they only have 25% of possible points. Their remaining matches against Pakistan, India, South Africa and West Indies are challenging.
To stay competitive, Bangladesh will have to be at their best and secure crucial wins against these formidable opponents. Their journey is a quintessential underdog story, filled with surprise possibilities.
West Indies: Rising from the ashes
With just 19.05% of the possible points in this WTC cycle, the West Indies have had difficulty. But their victory over Australia shows how good they can be.
Important series to come up include the home series against South Africa and Bangladesh and the away series against Pakistan. To move up the standings and maintain their slim aspirations, the Caribbean team will need to perform well.
WTC 2025: World Test Championship Standings
| Pos | Team Code | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Draw | Ded | Points | Pct |
| 1 | IND | India | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 74 | 68.52 |
| 2 | AUS | Australia | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 90 | 62.50 |
| 3 | NZ | New Zealand | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 50.00 |
| 4 | SL | Sri Lanka | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 50.00 |
| 5 | PAK | Pakistan | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 36.66 |
| 6 | ENG | England | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 19 | 57 | 36.54 |
| 7 | SA | South Africa | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 25.00 |
| 8 | BAN | Bangladesh | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 25.00 |
| 9 | WI | West Indies | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 19.05 |
Also Read: ICC WTC 2023-25 Most Runs, Most Wickets, Highest Score | ICC World Test Championship 2023-2025
Source: ICC
