Dubai: Australia have regained their Test throne at the top of the men’s Test team rankings as India’s reign at the top of the men’s Test rankings ended.
The winners of the ICC World Test Championship 2023 secured the No. 1 spot after India fought hard against South Africa to draw the series 1-1.
Australia’s stellar performance on home soil against Pakistan proved crucial in their rise to the top, a position they held for some time after their WTC final win. Before this update, India and Australia were tied on 118 rating points in a close battle for supremacy.
Australia leads the three-match Test series against Pakistan 2-0 with the third Test underway at the Sydney Cricket Ground.
Under the leadership of Pat Cummins, Australia’s cricketing accolade over the past year has been spectacular. Along with their ICC World Test Championship final win, they also won the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, showcasing their prowess across all formats.
The ongoing third Test between Australia and Pakistan, along with the upcoming five-match Test series between India and England, which is scheduled to begin in Hyderabad from January 25, promises more excitement and possible changes in the Test team rankings.
The battle for the top spot has intensified, with crucial ICC World Test Championship points up for grabs, adding another layer of importance to these upcoming clashes. As the cricket world anxiously awaits the results, the story of dominance in the Test arena unfolds with each thrilling match.
