In a closely fought match, India's draw against Australia caused their points percentage to drop in the ICC World Test Championship standings. Despite gaining four points, India's PCT slipped with their second draw in the ongoing WTC cycle, while Australia's also decreased. Both teams are still in the running for the WTC final, with India needing to avoid another loss and Australia having four games left to play.
Gabba Test: India's Draw Impact on WTC Standings
The recently concluded Gabba Test between India and Australia was a closely fought match that resulted in a draw. This outcome has had significant implications for both teams' standings in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC).
Background
The WTC is a two-year competition that features nine Test series played between the top nine teams in the world. Teams earn points based on their performance in each series, with the top two teams qualifying for the final.
India's Draw
India's draw against Australia at the Gabba was their second in the ongoing WTC cycle. Despite gaining four points from the match, India's points percentage (PCT) dropped. This is because India has also played an extra match compared to other teams, which has reduced their average points per match.
Australia's PCT
Australia's PCT also decreased after the Gabba draw. However, they remain in a strong position in the standings, with four games remaining to play. Australia needs to win at least two of these matches to secure their place in the WTC final.
The Race for the Final
Both India and Australia are still in the running for the WTC final. India needs to avoid another loss in their remaining matches, while Australia has four games left to play. The outcome of these matches will determine which teams qualify for the final.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What is the World Test Championship? The World Test Championship is a two-year competition that features nine Test series played between the top nine teams in the world. Teams earn points based on their performance in each series, with the top two teams qualifying for the final.
2. Why did India's points percentage drop after the Gabba draw? India's points percentage dropped because they have played an extra match compared to other teams, which has reduced their average points per match.
3. What is India's remaining schedule in the WTC? India has one remaining Test match against Australia and three matches against England.
4. What is Australia's remaining schedule in the WTC? Australia has four remaining matches in the WTC, including three against South Africa and one against the West Indies.
5. When is the WTC final? The WTC final is scheduled to be played in June 2023 at The Oval in London.
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