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West Indies lose two WTC points for slow over rate against Sri Lanka

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 3:54 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

West Indies lose two WTC points for slow over rate against Sri Lanka
Summary

The West Indies were penalized for slow over rates during the second Test against Sri Lanka. The team fell two overs short, resulting in a deduction of two points in the World Test Championship standings and a ten percent reduction in match fees for each player. This disciplinary action underscores the importance of maintaining over rates in Test matches as teams strive for competitiveness in the ongoing championship. The West Indies now face an uphill battle to recover lost points in their next matches.

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Key Details
  • •West Indies docked two points in World Test Championship.
  • •Penalty due to being two overs short in the second Test.
  • •Each player fined ten percent of their match fee.
  • •Slow over rates impact team's competitive standing.
  • •West Indies must improve in upcoming matches to recover points.
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  • 3:54 PMESPNcricinfo — West Indies docked two WTC points for slow over rate in second Test against Sri Lanka
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They were two overs short which cost them two WTC points and a ten per cent match fee for each player

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