Team India needs to win in Melbourne, this is how they will enter the WTC final

IND vs AUS: On December 26, exciting matches will be seen for cricket lovers on the Boxing Day Test. India and Australia will play a Test match in Melbourne, while Pakistan and South Africa will face each other in Centurion. The results of these matches can bring a big change in the points table of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25. Also, the picture of the WTC Final to be held in June 2025 will also become clearer.

India-Australia: Battle to stay in the race for the WTC Final

The match between India and Australia in Melbourne is very important for both the teams. Both the teams are in dire need of victory to make it to the WTC Final. Currently, India is in third place with 55.88 percent points, while Australia is in second place with 58.89 percent points. This match is a golden opportunity for India to stay in the race for the final.

Pakistan-South Africa: Important match for South Africa

On the other hand, the match between Pakistan and South Africa will be played in Centurion. Pakistan is out of the race for the WTC final, but South Africa is still on top with 63.33 percent points. A win in this match can further strengthen South Africa's position.

WTC Points Table Equation if India and South Africa win

If South Africa wins in Centurion, its points will increase to 66.67 percent, and it will remain at the top position.

If India wins the Melbourne Test, its points will increase to 58.33 percent, and it will reach the second position.

If Australia loses to India, its points will drop from 58.89 percent to 55.21 percent, which will push it to third place.

What will happen if India loses or draws?

If India loses the Melbourne Test or the match is drawn:

In case of defeat, India's points will drop to 52.78 percent, and it will remain at the third position.

In case of a draw, India will have 54.78 percent points, and will still remain in third place.

If South Africa loses the Boxing Day Test, India can reach the first position.

WTC Final Equations

The results of these two matches will make the picture of the WTC Final clear to a great extent. The result of every match is important in the race between India, Australia, and South Africa. If India and South Africa win, their foothold in the WTC Final will become stronger.

Eyes will be on the Boxing Day Test

Cricket lovers will keep their eyes on these matches on 26 December. For India and South Africa, these matches are not just a victory, but an opportunity to strengthen their claim in the race for the WTC Final.