England Penalized in World Test Championship Points After Slow Over Rate
The ICC has penalized England by deducting two points from their World Test Championship tally due to a slow over rate during a match against India. This deduction has caused England to drop in the standings, allowing Sri Lanka to move ahead. Australia remains at the top with a perfect record, while India and Bangladesh also feature prominently in the table. The implications of these changes are significant for the teams involved, especially as Pakistan and New Zealand have yet to play in this cycle. Read on for a detailed breakdown of the current standings and what this means for the teams.
| Jul 16, 2025, 15:07 IST
England's Points Deduction in WTC
The ICC has deducted two points from England's tally in the World Test Championship (WTC) due to a slow over rate during their third Test match against India at Lord's. This penalty has resulted in England dropping one position in the points table. Additionally, the team, led by Ben Stokes, has been fined 10% of their match fee.
Impact on WTC Standings
Following the ICC's fine, England's points in the WTC for the 2025-27 cycle have decreased from 24 to 22, leading to a drop in their win percentage from 66.67% to 61.11%. Sri Lanka has benefited from this situation, surpassing England to claim the second spot with a win percentage of 66.67%. Australia remains at the top of the WTC table, having won all three of their matches, while India holds the fourth position with a win percentage of 33.33%.
Current Standings of Other Teams
Bangladesh is currently in fifth place with a win percentage of 16.67%, having not won any matches but earning four points from a drawn game. The West Indies sit in sixth place, yet to register any points. Meanwhile, Pakistan and New Zealand have not participated in any Test matches in this new cycle, with Pakistan having no scheduled Tests in the near future.
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