In the 2021-23 ICC World Test Championship cycle, the champions, Australia, showcased their dominance throughout the year, particularly highlighted by their victory over India in the final at The Oval in England, where they secured the title with a 209-run triumph. The Australian players delivered noteworthy performances throughout 2023 and featured in the list of top individual Test displays of the year.

3 things you need to know

• Australia defeated India to win the WTC final in July
• Australia also managed to retain the Ashes against England
• Australia, however, lost the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to India

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Top 5 run-scorers in Test cricket in 2023

Examining the batting performances, Australians claimed the top four positions in the run-scoring charts, with Usman Khawaja emerging as the leading run-scorer in 2023. When it comes to centuries, New Zealand's Kane Williamson led the pack, recording four centuries, followed closely by Najmul Shanto of Bangladesh, as well as Australia's Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith, each securing three centuries.

Top 5 wicket-takers in Test cricket in 2023

Shifting to the bowling statistics, the top wicket-taker position was also dominated by an Australian player, with four Australians making their presence felt in the top 5 wicket-takers of the year. This comprehensive performance by the Australian team and its players underscored their excellence and contribution to their triumph in the ICC World Test Championship.