Online Sports Desk
Bangladesh’s draw against West Indies in the second Test – and series defeat overall – has massively dampened their chances of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) 2027 final. While Najmul Hossain Shanto’s side are still fifth in the standings, their PCT (percentage points won) has gone down to 45.83%, leaving them significantly behind the top two. West Indies’ PCT has improved to 27.38%, but their position hasn’t, as they’re still eighth. New Zealand and South Africa still occupy the top two spots.
Behind them, Australia are in third despite their series defeat to South Africa. India are fourth, marginally ahead of Bangladesh.
A lot of the teams in the top five are set to face off in the coming months, meaning that big changes could still happen. South Africa and Bangladesh will face off later this month, as will India and New Zealand, in two-Test series each.
Australia and India will also play each other in early 2027 in a five-Test series, which could have significant implications on the WTC standings.
