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World Test Championship run home: Proteas firm for final

Find out what is required for each team to qualify for the WTC final…

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 12:09 AM
World Test Championship run home: Proteas firm for final
Key Things to Know
  • South Africa have strengthened their bid for the World Test Championship final following a series victory over Australia.
  • New Zealand lead the standings on points percentage ahead of South Africa and third-placed Australia.
  • Five wins from their remaining seven Tests will guarantee South Africa a place in the Lord's decider.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Africa's 2-1 series victory over Australia has put the reigning champions in strong contention to reach the World Test Championship final. New Zealand currently hold top spot on points percentage, closely followed by South Africa and Australia, as teams contest qualification scenarios ahead of the decider scheduled for Lord's.

South Africa have seven Tests remaining, including five at home, with five wins guaranteeing their final spot. Meanwhile, Australia face challenging fixtures against New Zealand and India, and fourth-placed India require at least five wins from seven matches to keep their qualification hopes alive.

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