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Introduction
India’s World Test Championship (WTC) final hopes have taken a significant hit following a 113-run loss to New Zealand in the second Test. This defeat has left India with a slim lead over Australia in the WTC standings.
WTC: Main Points
- India loses to New Zealand by 113 runs in the second Test.
- India’s WTC final hopes are now uncertain.
- India leads WTC standings with 98 points, Australia second with 90 points.
- India’s points percentage drops to 62.82.
- New Zealand climbs to fourth in WTC standings with back-to-back wins.
- South Africa, Sri Lanka, and others in contention for WTC final spots.
- India needs to win at least four of the remaining six Tests.
- Australia to host Sri Lanka for two Tests after Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
- South Africa to play Bangladesh and host Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
- New Zealand to play a three-Test series against England.
Conclusion
India’s path to the World Test Championship final has become more challenging following their defeat to New Zealand. With crucial matches ahead, India must secure significant victories to maintain their lead and ensure a spot in the final.
FAQs
- What was the result of the second Test between India and New Zealand?
- India lost to New Zealand by 113 runs.
- How has this loss affected India’s WTC final hopes?
- The loss has significantly impacted India’s chances, leaving them with a slim lead over Australia.
- What are India’s current points and points percentage in the WTC standings?
- India has 98 points and a points percentage of 62.82.
- Which team is currently second in the WTC standings?
- Australia is second with 90 points and a points percentage of 62.50.
- How many points does New Zealand have in the WTC standings?
- New Zealand has 60 points.
- What does India need to do to secure a spot in the WTC final?
- India needs to win at least four of their remaining six Tests.
- Who are the other contenders for the WTC final spots?
- Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and South Africa are also in contention.
- What are the upcoming series for Australia?
- Australia will host Sri Lanka for two Tests after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
- What are the upcoming series for South Africa?
- South Africa will play Bangladesh and host Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
- When will New Zealand play their next series?
- New Zealand will play a three-Test home series against England after the third Test against India.
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