South Africa levelled the three-match series at 1-1 and climbed to third on the WTC 2025-27 standings, while Australia stayed top despite a drop in PCT.
South Africa moved up to third place in the World Test Championship 2025-27 standings after defeating Australia by an innings and 31 runs in the second Test at St George's Park in Gqeberha on October 22, 2026. The comprehensive victory allowed Temba Bavuma's side to level the three-match series at 1-1 and increased their points percentage from 60.00 to 66.67.
Despite the defeat, Australia remained at the top of the standings, though their points percentage dropped from 81.82 to 75.00. New Zealand maintained second place with a 72.22 percentage, narrowing the gap at the top of the table ahead of the series-deciding third Test.
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