WTC Points Table: Updated World Test Championship Standings After Pakistan's Humiliating Loss vs ENG

Pakistan 's woes just do not seem to be over. After suffering a thrashing from Bangladesh at home, the team has endured a one-of-a-kind loss on Friday against England. Amassing 556 runs in the first innings puts a side into a comfort zone. However, breaking the stereotypes, Pakistan not only lost after cumulating a momentous total they were beaten by an innings. In response to Pakistan's score of 556, England posted an even enormous total of 823/7 at a brisk rate, having taken a lead of 267 in the process. As it was a batting-friendly wicket, one expected the hosts to see off the remaining time but in an anti-climax the team got bundled out at 220, losing the match by an innings and 47 runs in Multan.

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WTC Points Table: Updated Tally Following England's Win Over Pakistan

As every outcome in Test cricket impacts the World Test Championship table, England's memorable victory has also caused movements in the WTC standings. Pakistan Team, who was already limping are now languishing at the bottom. The loss has pushed them to the 9th place on the table behind West Indies.

As for England, the victory took them to the 4th spot on the table. Here's the updated WTC table for 2023-25 cycle.

Team India is at the top of the tree and yet again the favorite to grab the WTC Final spot. The defending champions Australia are also vying for a place in the final. They are second on the list.

Team India can solidify its place at the top by beating New Zealand in the upcoming bilateral series. Nevertheless, the daunting challenge for Rohit Sharma 's men will begin in November, when the side will tour Downunder for a 5-match Test series to regain the bragging rights against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.