India move to top spot in World Test Championship standings

Two-time finalists India jumped to the top of the World Test Championship standings, replacing New Zealand in the latest rankings issued on Sunday.India, who defeated England by five wickets in the fourth Test in Ranchi to take an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series, replaced the Kiwis with a stronger points percentage of 64.58.With five wins, two losses and one draw, India have 62 points in 8 matches, while the Black Caps have 36 from five matches (three wins, two losses) and have a point-percentage of 60.00.
The Aussies remain in the third position, gaining 12 crucial points with the win in Wellington, taking their points tally from 66 to 78.Their points percentage has also increased from 55 to now 59.09. The 2023 champions have the opportunity to surpass New Zealand and move up to the second spot if they win the second and final Test of the ongoing series against their Trans-Tasman rivals.Australia can also climb to to the top spot if England beat India in the Dharamsala Test which starts from 7 March.The two teams will next meet in Christchurch, with the final Test set to commence on 8 March.