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India’s World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 campaign suffered a severe setback after their crushing 408-run defeat to South Africa in the second Test at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. The loss – India’s biggest-ever home defeat by runs in Test cricket – has dealt a heavy blow to their standings in the WTC table.
India, who previously occupied fourth place, have now slipped to fifth, accumulating 52 points with a Points Percentage (PCT) of 48.15. Their record now stands at 4 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, highlighting an inconsistent run through the first half of the championship cycle.
WTC points table 2025-27: South Africa strengthen hold on second place with historic series win on Indian soil
South Africa’s commanding performance in India not only earned them their first Test series win on Indian soil in 25 years, but also solidified their position as the second-ranked team in the current WTC standings.
The Proteas have secured 36 points from four matches, with just one defeat in the cycle. Their authoritative showing in both Tests underscored their resurgence in red-ball cricket and positioned them as strong contenders for a spot in the WTC Final.
Australia remain the undisputed No. 1, having won all four of their matches so far. With the top two teams pulling ahead, pressure now mounts on India, Pakistan, and England – all vying to stay within touching distance of the finalists.
India’s campaign plagued by inconsistency under Gautam Gambhir
Under head coach Gautam Gambhir, India have shown flashes of brilliance but have lacked the consistency required for a sustained WTC challenge. Their cycle started with impressive wins, yet momentum was disrupted by high-profile defeats.
Major results impacting India’s WTC 2025-27 journey so far:
- 0-2 series loss to South Africa (home)
- 1-3 defeat to Australia (away)
The 408-run defeat exposed issues in India’s Test batting resilience, bowling combinations and tactical planning. With each missed opportunity shrinking their margin for error, India’s hopes of making into another WTC final have dimmed considerably.
Here’s the updated WTC 2025-27 points table
| Teams | Matches | Won | Loss | Draw | No Result | Points | Points Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48 | 100.00 |
| South Africa | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 75.00 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 66.67 |
| Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 50.00 |
| India | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 52 | 48.15 |
| England | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 26 | 36.11 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 16.67 |
| West Indies | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| New Zealand | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
As the WTC 2025-27 table tightens, India’s drop to fifth adds new intrigue to the competition. While South Africa celebrate a landmark triumph and solidify their claim as finalists-in-waiting, India now confront their toughest phase of the cycle – one that will define their long-term standing in Test cricket.
Fans and analysts will be keenly observing whether India can script a revival or risk missing out on the World Test championship final for the second time in a row since the tournament’s inception.
