WTC Final 2025 Race: Another India vs Australia on cards?
WTC Final 2025 Race: The third cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC 2023-25) is heating up as it reaches its halfway mark. With India, Australia, and New Zealand leading the charge, the competition is fierce with Sri Lanka and England in the mix, and the anticipation is building for the 2025 WTC Final. As teams battle it out for a spot in the prestigious final, as fans we are getting excited about the longest format of the game to.
The WTC has witnessed two thrilling finals so far. In the inaugural season (2019-2021), New Zealand emerged victorious, defeating India. The second cycle (2021-2023) saw Australia clinch the title, with India finishing as runners-up once again. The history of intense competition between these cricketing giants sets the stage for another potential clash in the 2025 final.
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India’s Road to Qualification for Finals
#Strong Start and Home Advantage
India is in a strong position currently to finish at the top of the WTC table. With 10 Tests remaining, winning 6-7 of these matches will likely secure their spot in the 2025 WTC Final. India’s upcoming home series will feature five Tests, two against Bangladesh and three against New Zealand. So here in this home game, we can expect India to dominate and try to as many matches as possible.
#Crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy
The real test for India will be the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. This will be a tough challenge for India as they will be touring Australia and in Australian conditions, we have seen mixed results in the past. So India will be looking to win their home games in order to have some cushion while playing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. Defeating Australia will not only boost India’s chances but also put Australia under immense pressure.
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Australia’s Road to Qualification for Finals
#Key Series and Points Calculation
Australia needs to win at least four of their seven remaining Tests to maintain a Points Percentage (PCT) of 63.16 or higher. Their fate heavily depends on their performance in the Border-Gavaskar series against India. If India beats Australia in the BGT series then it is sure that the Australis’s hope of reaching the WTC 2023-25 finals will be lost. So at any cost, Australia has to win against India in order to reach the finals.
Conclusion: Anticipation Builds for Possible IND vs AUS WTC Final 2025
As the WTC 2023-25 cycle advances, the race to the final is becoming increasingly exciting. India and Australia, who are currently sitting first and second respectively are likely favorites to reach the finals of WTC 2023-25. With a crucial series ahead, the performance of these teams will be under the spotlight. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting to see if another India vs Australia showdown will unfold in the 2025 WTC Final.
