NewsPhotos World Test Championship Final Qualification Scenario For India, Pakistan, Australia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, South Africa, England, Bangladesh, & West Indies - In Pics

World Test Championship Final Qualification Scenario For India, Pakistan, Australia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, South Africa, England, Bangladesh, & West Indies - In Pics

The race to qualify for the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final is heating up as the final series of the current cycle draws closer. With key matches remaining for teams like India, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and others, the qualification scenarios are complex and highly competitive. In this listicle, we break down the key insights into how these teams stack up and the critical results that could determine their fate in the WTC final.

Zee Media Bureau|

Updated:Nov 06, 2024, 08:32 AM IST

India's High Stakes: Must Beat Australia 4-0

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India's hopes of securing a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final hinge on a 4-0 victory over Australia in their upcoming five-match series. Any less will likely leave them relying on other results.

New Zealand's Resurgence: Still in the Mix

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After their stunning 3-0 victory over India, New Zealand's qualification dreams are alive. Winning their three remaining matches against England could push them to a 64.29% points percentage, keeping them in the hunt.

South Africa’s Favorable Schedule: Win to Stay in the Race

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With four home tests remaining, South Africa can finish with up to 69.44%, a score that would almost certainly guarantee their spot in the final, provided they win all their remaining matches.

Australia's Dominance: Key to Securing Top Spot

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Australia currently leads with a 62.5% points percentage. A series win against India, particularly with a 3-2 margin, will solidify their spot in the top two, though they still need to perform in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka's Strong Push: Winning to Ensure Qualification

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Sri Lanka's recent victories have bolstered their chances. A clean sweep in their remaining matches against South Africa and Australia could push them to a 69.23% points percentage, ensuring qualification for the final.

England's Slim Hopes: Can They Make the Cut?

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Despite a tough series against Pakistan, England's qualification chances are slim. Even a 3-0 win over New Zealand would leave them on a maximum of 48.86%, far below the required threshold.

Pakistan's Revival: Too Little, Too Late?

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Though Pakistan has shown improvement, they will need to win all four of their remaining tests to reach 52.38%. With several results going their way, they might still squeeze into the top two.

Bangladesh’s Struggle: Likely to Miss Out

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Bangladesh's hopes are all but dashed after a string of defeats. Even winning their last two tests will only improve their points percentage to 39.58%, insufficient for WTC final qualification.

West Indies’ Dwindling Hopes: A Tough Road Ahead

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The West Indies are in the toughest position, having only earned 20 points so far. Even with four wins, their maximum possible points percentage is just 43.59%, making their qualification highly unlikely.

Key Scenarios: India Needs Help from Other Teams

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India’s chances of qualifying could improve if other teams, like New Zealand and South Africa, falter in their respective matches. If results fall in India’s favor, a points percentage as low as 53.51% could suffice.