WTC 2023-25 Points Table Update England vs West Indies at Lord’s

WTC 2023-25 Points Table Update England vs West Indies at Lord’s

The first Test of the World Test Championship 2023–25 saw England dominate West Indies in an exciting match at Lord’s Cricket Ground, winning by an innings and 114 runs. After winning the toss, West Indies chose to bat first, but their innings struggled against England’s potent bowling attack. Joshua Da Silva’s resilient 67 was a lone standout as they were bowled out for 198 in 64 overs. James Anderson and Ben Stokes led England’s bowling with crucial breakthroughs.

England replied emphatically, anchored by Rory Burns’ patient 88. Contributions from Ollie Pope (75) and Ben Stokes (64) bolstered England to declare at 396/7, establishing a commanding lead of 198 runs.

In the second innings, West Indies faltered again, collapsing to 84 in 30 overs. Anderson’s 5/32 and Stuart Broad’s 3/20 spearheaded England’s bowling attack, sealing victory in the first session of the third day.

James Anderson’s stellar performance, which included eight wickets in both innings, earned him the Man of the Match award, highlighting England’s dominance.

This victory marks a crucial turnaround for Ben Stokes‘ side in the World Test Championship, though they still face a significant challenge to reach the final. Despite the heavy defeat, West Indies will regroup for upcoming Tests to improve their standings.

Lord’s Cricket Ground, known as the Home of Cricket, provided the perfect setting for this captivating match, underscoring its status as one of cricket’s most iconic venues.

POSTEAMPLAYEDWONLOSTDRAWDEDPOINTSPCT
1INDIA962127468.52
2AUSTRALIA12831109062.50
3NEW ZEALAND633003650.00
4SRI LANKA422002450.00
5PAKISTAN523022236.66
6WEST INDIES513101626.67
7SOUTH AFRICA413001225.00
8BANGLADESH413001225.00
9ENGLAND11461193325.00
WTC 2023-25 Points Table — ICC

England’s campaign in the championship has been a rollercoaster, marked by highs and lows. Despite their recent triumph over West Indies at Lord’s, England’s journey has been tempered by setbacks, notably losing 19 points during the Ashes 2023 series spread across five Tests. This setback significantly impacted their standings, leaving them 33 points from 11 Tests. England must aim for convincing victories in upcoming matches to climb higher on the points table and revive their chances of reaching the WTC final.

Meanwhile, despite their heavy defeat in the recent encounter, West Indies have maintained their position in sixth place. Their points percentage has dropped from 33.33% to 26.66%, with a tally of 16 points from five Tests. The Caribbean side faces the challenge of regaining momentum to improve their standing as the championship progresses.

At the pinnacle of the points table sits India, commanding with 74 points from just nine Tests, boasting a formidable win percentage of 68.52%. Hot on their heels are:

  • Australia.
  • Closely trailing with 90 points from 12 matches.
  • Showcasing a commendable win percentage of 62.50%.

New Zealand holds steady in third place with 36 points accumulated from six matches, while Sri Lanka follows closely with 24 points from four Tests. Pakistan rounds out the top-five standings, securing 22 points in five Tests, setting the stage for a competitive phase ahead.

As the World Test Championship unfolds, each match becomes crucial in determining the finalists who will vie for cricket’s ultimate Test glory. As teams overcome obstacles and achieve victories in their pursuit of the WTC final, stay tuned for more information and insights.