India Secures Stunning Victory Over England in Oval Test Match

India's Remarkable Win Under Gill's Captaincy

In a surprising turn of events during the Oval Test match, the Indian cricket team, led by Shubman Gill, achieved an unexpected victory. On the final day, England needed just 35 runs to secure a win, but India dismissed the English side for a mere 29 runs, clinching the match six runs before the target. England was set a challenging target of 374 runs, but they fell short, managing only 367 runs in their second innings, allowing India to emerge victorious.

Impact on World Test Championship Standings

With this victory, India not only leveled the series at 2-2 but also made significant strides in the World Test Championship 2025-27 standings, surpassing England. Prior to this match, India was in fourth place but has now moved up to third, while England, previously in third, has dropped to fourth following their defeat.

India's Performance in the Championship

So far in the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle, India has played five matches, securing two wins, suffering two losses, and drawing one. They have accumulated 28 points, resulting in a win percentage of 46.67, placing them in third position. In contrast, England has also played five matches, winning two, losing two, and drawing one, totaling 26 points with a win percentage of 43.33, now placing them fourth.

Current Standings Overview

At the top of the standings is Australia, boasting a perfect record with three wins out of three matches, accumulating 36 points and a 100% win rate. Sri Lanka currently holds the second position with one win from two matches, totaling 16 points and a win percentage of 66.67. Bangladesh is in fifth place, followed by the West Indies in sixth.