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ICC World Test Championship 2025-27: Points Table and Standings Update
The ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle is in full swing, with India and Australia leading the standings based on the PCT system.
Key Points for Quick Revision
- The 2025-27 cycle is the fourth edition of the ICC World Test Championship.
- Rankings are decided by the Percentage of Points (PCT) earned by teams.
- India and Australia are currently the leading contenders for the final.
- The final of this cycle will be hosted at Lord's, London, in June 2027.
Practice Questions
Q1. How are teams ranked in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) points table?
- Total number of runs scored
- Total number of wickets taken
- Percentage of Points (PCT)
- Total number of matches played
Explanation: The WTC standings are determined by the Percentage of Points (PCT) system to account for the varying number of matches played by different teams.
Q2. Where is the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle scheduled to be held?
- The Oval, London
- Lord's, London
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia
Explanation: The final of the 2025-27 WTC cycle is scheduled to take place at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.