India’s World Test Championship PCT Rises After Big Win
India’s emphatic victory over the West Indies in the first Test has boosted its standing in the 2025–27 World Test Championship (WTC) points table.
India defeated West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad, wrapping up the match in three days. India bowled out West Indies for 162 in the first innings, posted 448/5 declared, and then dismissed them for 146 in the second innings. Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 104 and four wickets, along with support from Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav, were key to India’s dominance.
WTC Standings Update
Before the match, India’s points percentage (PCT) was 46.67. After the win, their PCT rose to 55.56, placing them third in the standings. Australia and Sri Lanka hold the top two positions, while West Indies remain at the bottom without a win so far.
Current WTC Table (Top Teams)
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Draws | PCT (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Sri Lanka | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 75.00 |
| India | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 55.56 |
| England | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 50.00 |
| Pakistan | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.00 |
| West Indies | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.00 |
Outlook
This win gives India momentum and confidence as the series continues. A strong performance in the remaining matches will be crucial to keeping their World Test Championship campaign on track.
