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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.

South Africa need eight wickets to win as Sri Lanka chase 348-run target

GQEBERHA, South Africa :South Africa removed Sri Lanka’s openers after setting them a target of 348 to win the second test, leaving the visitors 60-2 at tea on the fourth day at St George’s Park on Sunday.

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test Day 4 Live Updates: South Africa will aim to continue their dominance in the ongoing second Test against Sri Lanka at St George's Park, Gqeberha on Sunday. Temba Bavuma (48 not out) and Tristan Stubbs (36 not out) will resume the Proteas' innings at 191 for 3 on Day 4 of the game. On the previous day, Dane Paterson continued his late-career revival when he bowled South Africa into a strong position. He took a Test-best five for 71 as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 328, which gave South Africa a 30-run first innings lead. The hosts increased their advantage by scoring 191 for three by the close, an overall lead of 221. (Live Scorecard)

Updated World Test Championship Points Table After Australia Beat India In Pink-Ball Test

After a harrowing defeat in the Perth Test, Australia bounced back to maintain their 100 percent record in pink-ball Tests at the Adelaide Oval, beating India by 10 wickets. India put in a disappointing display, especially with the bat, scoring just 180 and 175 in the two innings of the day-night Test. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Rishabh Pant were the only two batters to put in some sort of a fight while veterans like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, etc. failed to inspire. Even experienced spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, brought into the team in place of Washington Sundar, had a disappointing outing.

India vs Bangladesh, U19 Asia Cup 2024 Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch?

It will be the clash between the defending champions and the country with the most titles as Bangladesh take on India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday in the final of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2024. India, after losing their first match against Pakistan, have been on a roll, beating all their opponents by large margins, including Friday's semi-final match against Sri Lanka, where they won easily by seven wickets with 28 overs to spare. On the other hand, Bangladesh has been equally impressive, losing only one match to Sri Lanka in the group stage and defeating Pakistan by seven wickets in the second semi-final of the day.

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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?

South Africa need eight wickets to win as Sri Lanka chase 348-run target

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test Day 4 Live Score Updates

Updated World Test Championship Points Table After Australia Beat India In Pink-Ball Test

India vs Bangladesh, U19 Asia Cup 2024 Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch?