India looks to improve WTC standings after defeats to South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
India is currently ranked sixth in the World Test Championship (WTC) standings, having achieved four wins and four losses in nine matches. They started their campaign positively with a draw and two wins during the tour of England but experienced setbacks with a 0-2 series loss at home to South Africa. India has nine matches remaining, including crucial home series against Sri Lanka and Australia, which they must win convincingly to qualify for the 2027 WTC Final. A draw against New Zealand is also on the agenda in order to strengthen their position.
- •India's current WTC points total is 52 with a PCT of 48.15.
- •They suffered a crucial 0-2 defeat to South Africa recently.
- •India's next matches include Sri Lanka and New Zealand at home.
- •They look to maintain pressure on leading teams like Australia and South Africa.
- •India's overall performance so far includes two wins during the England tour.
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