The India vs. Sri Lanka match, being played as part of the World Test Championship (WTC), is crucial for Team India. Although the team saw an increase in its PCT (Percentage of Points Contested) after winning the first match of the series, its ranking did not improve. However, the situation is different now. Team India is eager for a quick victory, as a win this time will trigger a significant shake-up in the WTC points table; this time, the team will also benefit in terms of rankings.
Australia currently holds the top spot in the World Test Championship points table
A look at the current World Test Championship points table reveals that the Australian team is in the number one position with a PCT of 80. Australia suffered a slight setback after losing the first Test against Bangladesh but strengthened its position again by winning the second match. South Africa follows in second place with a PCT of 75. New Zealand holds the third spot with a PCT of 72.22, while Bangladesh is currently fourth with a PCT of 55.56.
Winning the first match against Sri Lanka boosted the team’s PCT
As for Team India, it currently sits at number five on the points table with a PCT of 53.33. While the team gained in PCT after winning the first match against Sri Lanka, it did not move up in the rankings. Bangladesh’s PCT has dropped following its loss in the second Test against Australia—an opportunity Team India can capitalize on.
Team India has the chance to overtake Bangladesh and reach the number four spot
Once the Indian cricket team wins the second match of this series against Sri Lanka, its PCT will rise to 57.57. Given that Bangladesh’s PCT stands at 53.33, Team India would leapfrog from fifth place directly to fourth. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s PCT, currently at 33.33, would drop to 27.78 percent following a defeat in this match. The team could slip even further down the standings after this. Currently, England’s PCT stands at 29.76, a figure that would be surpassed by Sri Lanka’s.
Rain could play spoilsport in India’s victory bid
The third day of the second match between India and Sri Lanka is currently underway, and Team India has established a firm grip on the game. With a full day’s play still remaining, expectations are high that Team India will emerge victorious. However, the biggest threat facing the team is rain, which has been causing intermittent disruptions. The Indian team should aim to bowl Sri Lanka out as quickly as possible and move closer to victory.
