The World Test Championship final is coming up next year. Before that, all the Test-playing nations are locking horns with intense. After multiple limited-over tournaments, they are back in the longest format. South Africa and West Indies faced each other in a two-match Test series. After South Africa won the series by a 1-0 margin, the points table of the World Test Championship saw a big change. Let’s Explore the change in the points table.
South Africa’s Win Over West Indies:
After the T20 World Cup, South Africa and West Indies faced each other in a two-match Test series on the Caribbean soil. After the first match ended in a disappointing draw, both teams were eager to bounce back in the second game. In the Second Test match at the Providence Stadium, South Africa showcased their domination and won the match.
After winning the toss, the South African side opted to bat first. The first innings was not great for them. They lost wickets early and got all out in just 160 runs. In the first innings, West Indies bowler Shamar Joseph got an outstanding five-wicket haul. While batting first, the West Indies batters shined and scored 246 runs. Jason Holder was unbeaten on 54 runs.
In the second innings, South Africa fought back. Aiden Markram scored a crucial half-century. Kyle Verreynne played a knock of 59 runs in 78 balls. West Indies bowlers showcased excellence by securing 6 wickets in 61 balls. In the second innings, the South African bowlers nailed the game. Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj secured 3 wickets each. Dane Piedt and Wiaan Mulder picked up 2 wickets each. They defeated the West Indies by 40 runs.
The Big Change in the WTC Points Table:
South Africa’s recent win has had a significant impact on the World Test Championship points table. They climbed from seventh to fifth place, surpassing both England and Pakistan. This victory has strengthened South Africa’s position in the standings and boosted their chances in the competition.
In contrast, the West Indies remain at the bottom of the table in ninth place. Their win-loss percentage stands at 18.52 percent, following consecutive series losses to England and South Africa. These defeats have kept the West Indies in a challenging position in the World Test Championship standings.
Updated Points Table:
| Team | Matches | Win | Loss | Draw | Points | Percent |
| India | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 74 | 68.51 |
| Australia | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 90 | 62.50 |
| New Zealand | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 36 | 50.00 |
| Sri Lanka | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 55.00 |
| South Africa | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 28 | 38.89 |
| Pakistan | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 22 | 36.66 |
| England | 13 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 57 | 36.54 |
| Bangladesh | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 25.00 |
| West Indies | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 20 | 18.52 |
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