WTC 2025-27: Updated points table after South Africa’s historic win over Australia in Cape Town

South Africa climbed to second place in the World Test Championship 2025-27 standings after securing a 176-run victory over Australia in Cape Town on October 31, 2026. Led by Temba Bavuma, the Proteas sealed a 2-1 series triumph against Pat Cummins' side. South Africa's points percentage rose to 71.42, while Australia dropped from first to third with 69.23 percentage points.

On the final day, Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer dismantled Australia's lineup, bowling the visitors out for 111. New Zealand currently hold the top spot in the standings with 72.22 percent. Australia will next travel to India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while South Africa are scheduled to host England in February 2027.