The World Test Championship (WTC) games for the 2023-25 has reached its most crucial phase with a host of matches lined up ahead of the hectic Test cricket season.
Currently, the finalists of the last edition of the WTC, India and Australia, are occupying the top two spots in the points table.
It is going to be a herculean challenge for the remaining seven teams to catch up with the two dominant teams. India, who will face Bangladesh and New Zealand in home Test series in the coming months, will conclude the year 2024 with a five-match tour of Australia, in November.
In this article, The Sporting News provides you with all the details regarding the start date, venue and schedule of the WTC Final 2025 edition.
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What will the WTC 2025 Final be played?
The final match of the World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle will be played starting on June 11, 2025, for five days, ending on June 15, 2024.
Is there a reserve day for the WTC 2025 Final?
Yes, a reserve day (or sixth day) has been announced for the WTC 2025 Final.
If there is a delay due to rain or if no result has been established for the match within the standard five days.
June 16, 2025, is the reserve day for the WTC 2023-25 cycle's final.
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What happens if the match ends in a tie or draw?
In case the match ends in a draw or a tie, the two finalist teams will share the WTC 2025 trophy.
What is the venue for the WTC 2025 Final?
The final of the WTC 2023-25 cycle will be played at the iconic Lord's cricket ground in London, England, United Kingdom.
What is the latest Word Test Championship 2023-25 points table?
With 68.52% and 62.50% points percentage, India and Australia, respectively, are in pole positions to qualify for the WTC 2025 final, which will be a repeat of the last edition's final.
| Pos. | Team | M | W | L | D | Pts. | Pts % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 74 | 68.52% |
| 2 | Australia | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 90 | 62.50% |
| 3 | New Zealand | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 36 | 50% |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 33 | 45.83% |
| 5 | England | 15 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 81 | 45.00% |
| 6 | South Africa | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 28 | 38.89% |
| 7 | Sri Lanka | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 24 | 33.33% |
| 8 | Pakistan | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 22 | 22.22% |
| 9 | West Indies | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 20 | 18.52% |
World Test Championship previous winners
| Cycle | Champion | Runners-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-21 | New Zealand | India |
| 2021-23 | Australia | India |
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