South Africa's win narrows World Test Championship race for India
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
South Africa achieved an innings-and-31-run victory over Australia in Gqeberha, intensifying the competition for the World Test Championship final. Australia remains at the top of the standings with a points percentage of 75.00, while India, currently in fifth place, is 62 points shy of the 60% threshold needed for qualification. India is set to face New Zealand and Australia in their next seven Tests, and must collect enough points while hoping for other teams to drop points. Bangladesh, currently fourth, also stays in contention with four home Tests remaining.
- •South Africa defeats Australia, boosting WTC finals race
- •India needs 62 points from seven remaining Tests
- •Australia tops standings with 75.00 PCT
- •Bangladesh is in contention with four home Tests
- •India must hope for favorable results from other teams
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — India's WTC Final chances: What South Africa's win over Australia means
"South Africa’s innings win over Australia has tightened the World Test Championship final race. Australia remain top, while India sit fifth with seven Tests left against New Zealand and Australia. India need 62 points to reach a 60 PCT and cannot lose more than two matches. They also need at least two of Australia, New Zealand and South Africa to drop points.
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