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ICC WTC Points Table: South Africa Climb To 4th Position After Historic Win! Will They Enter Finals?

South Africa defeats Bangladesh, marking a historic win in Asia, climbing to fourth in the World Test Championship standings.

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ICC WTC Points Table: South Africa emerged victorious in the historic match against Bangladesh by seven wickets within Dhaka, for the first time in ten years gaining a Test victory on Asian soil. It ensured a new alignment at the ICC World Test Championship points table that sees South Africa elevated into automatic contenders for the finals alongside India and Australia.

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South Africa Positions Itself Strongly!

Coming from nowhere, this win has catapulted South Africa from the position of sixth in the World Test Championship points table to fourth. The win percentage has now improved from a modest 38.89% to an impressive 47.62%. A second successive win at Chittagong can dramatically increase their chances of reaching the final.

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Top Teams In The WTC Points Table

The top three teams in the World Test Championship show India at the top, with a win percentage of 68.06%. Even though India recently lost a game against New Zealand in Bengaluru, that did not change the nation from the top. The Australians are in second position with 62.50% win percentages.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aditya Mallick

Aditya Mallick

Senior Sub-Editor (Sports)

Aditya Mallick is a Senior Sub-Editor (Sports) with over 4+ years of experience covering a wide range of sports, including cricket and football. His in-depth coverage of major sporting events such as ICC Cricket tournaments and prominent football leagues demonstrates his expertise in the field. Aditya holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Maharshi Dayanand University and has contributed to leading media outlets like Zee News and The Times of India. Aditya's articles undergo rigorous fact-checking by a dedicated News Desk team before publication, ensuring accuracy and reliability. His commitment to journalistic integrity has made him a trusted voice in sports media. Beyond the newsroom, Aditya actively engages with the sporting community and is a member of various sports journalism and media associations. Feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn to stay updated with his latest insights and contributions to sports journalism.

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First published on: Oct 24, 2024 12:42 PM IST


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