How Does WTC Points Table Read After Team India’s Defeat?
At SuperSport Park, Centurion, South Africa delivered a masterclass performance against India in the 1st Test of the India tour of South Africa, 2023-24. The Proteas emerged victorious, crushing India by an innings and 32 runs. India’s batting lineup faced a stern challenge from the South African bowlers. Despite a century from Rahul (101), the team managed only 245 runs. Rabada showcased his prowess with a five-wicket haul, well-supported by Nandre Burger and Marco Jansen.
India slips down to 5th in the WTC points table….!!!! — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)
South Africa’s response was emphatic. Elgar’s remarkable 185 and Jansen’s unbeaten 84 powered them to a formidable total of 408. Bumrah led the Indian bowling attack with four crucial wickets, but it wasn’t enough to contain the Proteas. Facing a significant deficit, India’s second innings fell short as they managed only 131 runs. Kohli fought valiantly with 76, but Nandre Burger’s four-wicket haul, along with contributions from Rabada and Marco Jansen, sealed India’s fate.
The defeat has serious implications for India in the ongoing World Test Championship. Let’s take a closer look at the points table:
As Team India licks its wounds, the focus shifts to the upcoming matches. With the World Test Championship at a crucial juncture, every match becomes a potential game-changer. Captain Rohit Sharma and coach Rahul Dravid will need to strategize and regroup to bounce back in the remaining matches of the series.