Mumbai: Team India is on the brink of a major jump in the ICC World Test Rankings, with a chance to climb to second place if it defeats the reigning World Test Championship (WTC) champions in the ongoing series.
According to the latest ICC ranking projections, a series victory would significantly boost India’s rating points, pushing it past other top contenders. The team’s recent performances, driven by strong bowling and consistent top-order batting, have reignited hopes of reclaiming dominance in the longest format of the game.
Currently placed third, India trails just behind Australia and England in the rankings. A win in the upcoming Test will not only improve India’s standing but also strengthen its position in the ongoing WTC 2025 cycle, where every point counts toward qualification for the final.
Cricket experts believe that India’s depth in both spin and pace departments, along with the return of key players, gives them a decisive edge. “This series could redefine India’s red-ball journey post the last WTC final,” said a former Indian cricketer.
Fans across the country are eagerly awaiting the contest, viewing it as an opportunity for India to reaffirm its supremacy in world cricket.
