India Presented an organized and clinical performance to defeat west indies Defeated by seven wickets in the second and final Test at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Chasing 121 runs to win, the Shubman Gill-The leading team completed the chase at 123/3 in 35.2 overs. KL Rahul While he took the inning forward by scoring unbeaten 58 runs on 108 balls. Sai Sudarshan 39 added from 76 deliveries.
With this win, India completed a clean sweep of the two-match series and registered their third consecutive Test win World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. Delhi’s success extended India’s domestic dominance and strengthened their position in the global points race, as they moved within striking distance of the top two spots.
India has strengthened its position as the battle for WTC 2025-27 intensifies
The win over West Indies significantly changed the World Test Championship standings, putting India in a strong position at the start of the 2025-27 cycle. India now have 52 points from seven matches, placing them third with a points percentage (PCT%) of 61.90. Australia And Sri LankaHowever, his status may still fluctuate depending on the outcome of the ongoing first Test Pakistan and South Africa in LahoreIf any of these teams win, they will temporarily move closer to India’s lead.
Meanwhile, in a drawn out result, both sides would end up with a PCT of 33.33%, leaving India comfortably ahead. With two home Test matches against South Africa next November, India have the ideal chance to consolidate their hold on the top two and continue their push towards the 2027 final. Delhi’s win therefore sets the stage for India’s next challenge, which will involve maintaining the momentum against tough competition and keeping an eye on the good margins that define WTC success.
Australia remains unbeaten as India closes gap on top spot at WTC 2025-27
Australia remain firmly at the pinnacle of the WTC standings with 36 points and 100% PCT, having won all three of their matches so far. Their next Test assignment begins on November 21 at Optus Stadium in Perth, where they will host England in the first Ashes test Of this cycle. India’s 61.90% PCT puts them within touching distance, and a strong performance in the upcoming South Africa series could propel them to the top spot if Australia loses points later in the season.
Both Pakistan and South Africa are currently on 0.00% PCT after one match each, although this will change depending on the outcome of the Lahore Test. bangladesh are placed fifth with a PCT of 16.67%, while West Indies, after consecutive defeats in India, are winless with a PCT of 0%. The updated points table reflects a tight race at the top, where every match and session now holds WTC implications. Keeping the momentum going for India ahead of their only Test in home conditions afghanistan Next June will be crucial for long-term qualification hopes.
