Pakistan Dominate WTC Points Table, India Trail In Second Place After West Indies Series
The Indian cricket team faced a bittersweet outcome in the two-match Test series against West Indies , securing a series victory but being denied full points due to a washout on the final day of the second Test.
Despite their efforts, India 's hopes of obtaining all 24 points were thwarted by relentless rain. As a result, India's World Test Championship ( WTC ) 2023-25 points percentage stands at 66.67 percent, placing them in second position behind Pakistan , who currently boast a 100 percent record after winning their first Test against Sri Lanka.
Meanwhile, West Indies, who managed to salvage a draw from the rain-affected second Test, are ranked fifth in the points table with a 16.67 percent PCT.
India's Series Victory and Rain-Marred Draw:
In the thrilling two-match series, India emerged victorious, winning the first Test by an innings and 141 runs, taking a 1-0 lead. The team showcased a dominant performance throughout the series, setting an imposing target of 365 runs for West Indies to chase in the second Test.
However, the match concluded in a disappointing draw as torrential rain persisted on the fifth and final day, preventing any play from taking place. Despite their declaration of the second innings at 181 for 2 on day four, India was unable to clinch full points as the weather proved to be a formidable opponent.
WTC Points Table Standings :
India's performance in the series earned them a total of 16 points out of the possible 24, contributing to their PCT of 66.67 percent. Though they remain in contention for the top spot, they are currently ranked second behind Pakistan, who have a perfect record after securing a victory in their opening Test against Sri Lanka. The upcoming away tours to South Africa and Australia, along with a challenging home series against England, will undoubtedly test India's mettle in their pursuit of WTC glory.
West Indies' Struggle in the Points Table:
Despite managing to salvage a draw in the second Test and earning 4 points, West Indies' overall performance places them in fifth position in the points table with a PCT of 16.67 percent. The team will need to demonstrate more consistent and impactful performances in future matches to climb higher in the rankings and contend for the World Test Championship title.
Despite their efforts, India 's hopes of obtaining all 24 points were thwarted by relentless rain. As a result, India's World Test Championship ( WTC ) 2023-25 points percentage stands at 66.67 percent, placing them in second position behind Pakistan , who currently boast a 100 percent record after winning their first Test against Sri Lanka.
Meanwhile, West Indies, who managed to salvage a draw from the rain-affected second Test, are ranked fifth in the points table with a 16.67 percent PCT.
India's Series Victory and Rain-Marred Draw:
In the thrilling two-match series, India emerged victorious, winning the first Test by an innings and 141 runs, taking a 1-0 lead. The team showcased a dominant performance throughout the series, setting an imposing target of 365 runs for West Indies to chase in the second Test.
However, the match concluded in a disappointing draw as torrential rain persisted on the fifth and final day, preventing any play from taking place. Despite their declaration of the second innings at 181 for 2 on day four, India was unable to clinch full points as the weather proved to be a formidable opponent.
India's performance in the series earned them a total of 16 points out of the possible 24, contributing to their PCT of 66.67 percent. Though they remain in contention for the top spot, they are currently ranked second behind Pakistan, who have a perfect record after securing a victory in their opening Test against Sri Lanka. The upcoming away tours to South Africa and Australia, along with a challenging home series against England, will undoubtedly test India's mettle in their pursuit of WTC glory.
West Indies' Struggle in the Points Table:
Despite managing to salvage a draw in the second Test and earning 4 points, West Indies' overall performance places them in fifth position in the points table with a PCT of 16.67 percent. The team will need to demonstrate more consistent and impactful performances in future matches to climb higher in the rankings and contend for the World Test Championship title.
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