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India moves up in WTC standings after 2-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 08:39 AM
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Following a 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka, India’s points in the World Test Championship have risen, moving the side up the rankings.
India completed a clean sweep of the two‑match Test series against Sri Lanka, winning both games and securing a 2-0 margin. The series, which concluded on Wednesday, reinforced the team's strong performance in the longer format.
With the series result, the World Test Championship points table was revised. The updated standings show India climbing higher in the rankings, reflecting the points earned from the victories. The shift improves the team's position ahead of the next phase of the championship.
The rise in the table adds momentum to India's campaign as it prepares for upcoming Tests against other top sides. Analysts note that the improved standing could prove crucial when the championship reaches its final stages.
With the series result, the World Test Championship points table was revised. The updated standings show India climbing higher in the rankings, reflecting the points earned from the victories. The shift improves the team's position ahead of the next phase of the championship.
The rise in the table adds momentum to India's campaign as it prepares for upcoming Tests against other top sides. Analysts note that the improved standing could prove crucial when the championship reaches its final stages.