WTC 2025-27 Standings: Australia, England Lead as India Seeks Rebound After Loss

The World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle has commenced with fervor, as teams vie for supremacy in the longest format of the game. After several compelling series, the WTC table is already taking shape, revealing potential contenders and teams looking to regroup.

Australia and England have emerged as early frontrunners, both securing a perfect 100% points percentage after triumphant victories in their respective opening matches. Sri Lanka currently holds the third position following their series against Bangladesh, which concluded with one win and one draw. Bangladesh occupies the fourth spot, having experienced a draw and a loss.

Meanwhile, prominent teams such as South Africa (the reigning champions), New Zealand, and Pakistan are yet to commence their WTC campaigns, adding anticipation for future matches.

Despite a resilient effort at Headingley, India's opening match did not unfold according to plan. Although the team boasted five centurions, they ultimately succumbed to defeat as England executed a remarkable chase, gaining a 1-0 advantage in the five-Test Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

England's successful pursuit of the 371-run target was propelled by a formidable opening partnership between Ben Duckett (149) and Zak Crawley. Joe Root and debutant Jamie Smith then solidified the victory with an unbroken partnership. The Indian side was left reflecting on a middle-order collapse and costly dropped catches.

Following the match, Gill acknowledged that India had opportunities but failed to capitalize on them. He also mentioned that the team had been aiming for a more substantial lead, but the lower order's lack of runs hampered their plans.

India is now directing its attention towards the second Test at Edgbaston, with hopes of staging a swift recovery and revitalizing their WTC campaign. As it stands, they are positioned towards the bottom of the table, alongside West Indies.

The current WTC cycle began on June 17 with Sri Lanka's tour of Bangladesh and will continue until the final in 2027, promising a thrilling journey filled with intense cricket action.