WTC Points Table: India Move Up; England Slip To 4th After Oval Test Defeat

India won the Oval Test [Source: AFP]

In a significant development, the International Cricket Council (ICC) updated the World Test Championship points table after the fifth Test between India and England at Kennington Oval. Led by Shubman Gill, India showcased commendable skill and resilience, defeating England by six runs in the riveting affair. 

India Jump To 3rd In WTC Standings After Oval Test Win

India’s miraculous six-run victory at Kennington Oval helped them earn crucial WTC points and move up to number three in the standings. Meanwhile, England slipped to fourth place, recording a PCT of 43.33 with the heartbreaking defeat. 

(Updated WTC Standings)

As mentioned in the above table, Australia, Sri Lanka and India claim the first three positions, with England placed fourth on the list. This victory boosted India's WTC campaign, awarding them valuable points in the ongoing cycle. West Indies, New Zealand, Pakistan and South Africa have yet to open their account in the points table. 

India, England's Upcoming WTC Assignments After A Thrilling Series

The inaugural Anderson-Tendulkar trophy witnessed a string of nail-biting contests. After kickstarting the tour with a morale-shattering defeat, India bounced back with a remarkable win at Edgbaston. 

However, England took a crucial lead by winning the subsequent encounter at Lord's, which also saw a valiant effort from Ravindra Jadeja on the final day. Jadeja once again starred with the bat at Old Trafford, helping India draw the game alongside Washington Sundar with a memorable hundred. 

The fifth and final encounter at Kennington Oval produced a Test match for the ages, with India sealing the cliffhanger by just six runs on the final day. 

Talking about India, the Shubman Gill-led side will take on West Indies in their next assignment of the WTC 2025-27. Meanwhile, England will undergo a litmus test Down Under, taking on Australia in the much-anticipated Ashes starting in November. 

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