WTC Final Qualification Scenario News

A scenario is emerging where both India and Australia could finish with identical points — 126 out of 228 — and 55.26% of available points.

As the cricketing world prepares for the 2025 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final, qualification scenarios are becoming clearer. With a few series left, teams are vying for crucial points. After South Africa secured their place in next year's final in London, India and Australia clashed in a Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where the home team won by 184 runs. Here's a look at the current standings and what teams need to do to secure their spot in the final.

The ICC World Test Championship 2025 is nearing its climax, with teams battling fiercely for a spot in the coveted final at Lord’s. As rain-affected matches and thrilling series shake up the standings, the race remains unpredictable. From South Africa’s dominance to India’s resurgence and Sri Lanka’s lingering hopes, every game counts in this high-stakes journey. Here's a closer look at how each team stands in the race to Lord's.

Karthik, who has played 26 Tests for India, also feels that the batters have to find a way to counter the threat posed by premier Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon.