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ICC World Test Championship Schedule: A Look At India, Australia, South Africa's Remaining Matches

Australia topped the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings while India slipped to number three after the visitors succumbed to a 10-wicket loss to the Aussies during the second Test at Adelaide Oval. As the current 2023-25 WTC cycle reaches its end, each match will have severe implications. A win or loss by one team could spoil the party for the other. Let us have a look at the current state of play in the ICC WTC 2023-25 cycle.

Temba Bavuma Praises Team Effort After South Africa Seal Series Win

South African captain Temba Bavuma said his team's 109-run win in the second Test against Sri Lanka at St George's Park on Monday was a big step forward for a largely inexperienced group of players. "For a lot of the guys it was a proper taste of what Test cricket is about," said Bavuma of a hard-fought match which went into the fifth day. "It's rare when you get to play for five days and it's also rare when the game is always in the balance. There were times when we were on top and times when Sri Lanka were getting the momentum on their side."

South Africa headed for test showpiece but crowds still disappoint

CAPE TOWN : South Africa’s two-test series success over Sri Lanka on Monday catapulted them to first place in the World Test Championship and put them firmly on course for next year’s final in what would have been unthinkable less than a year ago.

India's 13-Year-Old Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Accused Of Age Fraud By Ex-Pakistan Cricketer

India's 13-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 Auction for Rs 1.1 crore, once again found himself in the middle of an age fraud controversy. Former Pakistan cricketer Junaid Khan took to social media to share a video of his knock during the U-19 Asia Cup tournament and questioned the age of the youngster. Vaibhav produced a brilliant batting performance against Sri Lanka and Junaid questioned if a 13-year-old is capable of hitting such massive sixes. Vaibhav ended up being the joint highest-scorer for India in the competition with his best performance coming against Sri Lanka where he slammed 67 runs with the help of 5 fours and 5 sixes.

Updated World Test Championship Points Table After South Africa's Big Win vs Sri Lanka - What Does It Mean For India?

South Africa moved to the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) standings, damaging the Sanath Jayasuriya-coached side's aspirations for qualifying for the WTC final with a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka at St George's Park on Monday. The win secured a dominant 2-0 series victory for the Proteas, who dethroned WTC table toppers Australia to claim the top spot. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka are now fourth in the running for a spot in the final and will be playing Australia in a two-game Test series in January. Sri Lanka entered this match with a point to prove, especially after a crushing 233-run defeat in the first Test in Durban, where they were bowled out for a record low of 42 in the first innings. After winning the toss, South Africa opted to bat first but found themselves in early trouble before captain Temba Bavuma and Ryan Rickelton steadied the ship with a vital 133-run partnership.

South Africa overpower Sri Lanka to sweep series

GQEBERHA, South Africa :Spinner Keshav Maharaj took five wickets as South Africa secured a 109-run victory over Sri Lanka on the last day of the second test at St George’s Park on Monday and a 2-0 sweep of the series.

Sri Lanka Battle Hard To Stay In Second Test Against South Africa

Dhananjaya de Silva and Kusal Mendis kept Sri Lanka's hopes alive on the fourth day of the second Test against South Africa at St George's Park on Sunday. Captain De Silva and Mendis, Sri Lanka's last recognised batsmen, shared an unbeaten partnership of 83 as Sri Lanka, set 348 to win, reached 205 for five at the close. South Africa seemed on target for an early win to complete a 2-0 series clean sweep when Sri Lanka slumped to 122 for five, with fast bowler Dane Paterson and left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj taking two wickets each. But De Silva and Mendis, who both finished on 39 not out, not only blunted the South African bowling attack but kept the score moving at better than four runs an over.

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After Loss vs Australia In Pink-Ball Test?

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team's hopes of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) Final suffered a major blow after a humiliating loss to Australia in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide. India were outplayed as Australia went on to clinch the game by 10 wickets. Following this loss, India fell to the third position in the WTC Points Table. However, they are still in the running for qualification and there remains multiple scenarios that can see Rohit Sharma and Co in the summit clash. The Indian cricket team cannot lose any more matches in the ongoing series against Australia to keep their WTC Final dreams alive. With three matches remaining, three more wins for India will guarantee their spot.

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ICC World Test Championship Schedule: A Look At India, Australia, South Africa's Remaining Matches

Temba Bavuma Praises Team Effort After South Africa Seal Series Win

South Africa headed for test showpiece but crowds still disappoint

India's 13-Year-Old Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Accused Of Age Fraud By Ex-Pakistan Cricketer

Updated World Test Championship Points Table After South Africa's Big Win vs Sri Lanka - What Does It Mean For India?

South Africa overpower Sri Lanka to sweep series

Sri Lanka Battle Hard To Stay In Second Test Against South Africa

How Can India Qualify For World Test Championship Final After Loss vs Australia In Pink-Ball Test?