Test Championship 2023-25: All You Need to Know About the Memorable Match

ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 is the second edition of the Test championship, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The competition is divided into league stages where teams play in a series of matches against various opponents. Each team will compete in a number of Test matches, usually in a series of three or five matches. Teams earn points based on their performance in each match. Wins, draws and losses contribute to their point total. This point system is used to rank teams on the leaderboard.

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Overview of Test Championship 2023-25

Cricket series	Test Championship 2023-25
Format	League Stage, Points System, Ranking, Final
Number of Teams	10 teams
Date	August 2023, August 2023
Venue	Australia, India, England, South Africa, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, West Indies, and Zimbabwe.
Champion	The Oval in London in June 2025

What is Test Championship 2023-25?

The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 is the second edition of the international cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to determine the best Test cricket team in the world. The championship features a league phase where teams accumulate points over a series of Test matches played in various bilateral series. The top teams based on points and percentage of points earned will advance to the finals.

Background of Test Championship 2023-25

The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 builds on the concept introduced in the inaugural 2019-21 cycle, with the aim of providing more structure and significance to Test cricket. The WTC was introduced to create a formal competition structure in Test cricket, adding context and a competitive edge to Test series beyond the traditional bilateral format. The inaugural edition (2019-21) laid the foundation, and the 2023-25 cycle continues this initiative.

Highlights of Test Championship 2023-25

WTC 2023-25 continues the league format introduced in the inaugural edition. Teams accumulate points through a series of Test matches played in bilateral series. The top two teams at the end of the league phase will advance to the WTC Finals. The league phase promises high stakes matches as teams compete for the top spot. Consistency of performance across series is crucial, adding excitement and context to Test cricket. The schedule includes a wide range of fixtures, ensuring that teams face a variety of opponents across a variety of conditions and continents, testing their abilities and skills.

Who are the Competing Teams of Test Championship 2023-25?

The 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) features nine full member nations playing Tests. These teams compete in a series of Test matches during the league phase. The competing teams are Australia, Bangladesh, England and India. These teams face each other in various bilateral series, and their performance in these matches contributes to their position in the WTC points table.

Star Players of Test Championship 2023-25

The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 features many star players who are expected to make a significant impact. Below is a list of the names of star players in the 2023-25 test championship:

Pat Cummins

Pat Cummins, Australian captain and premier fast bowler known for his pace and wicket-taking ability.

Steve Smith

Steve Smith, One of the best Test batsmen in the world, is known for his superb technique and consistency.

Marnus Labuschagne

Marnus Labuschagne, Prolific run scorer and key player in Australia's middle order.

What is the Result of Test Championship 2023-25?

The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 is still ongoing, and the final results are yet to be determined. This championship will end with the final match which is scheduled to take place in June 2025 at The Oval, London. The top two teams in the points table at the end of the league phase will compete in this final to determine the champion.

Recap of Test Championship 2023-25

Teams compete in a series of Test matches through bilateral series. Points are accumulated based on match results, with wins, draws and draws contributing to position in the table. Teams earn points for wins and draws in Test matches, as well as for series wins. Points are adjusted based on the number of games played and the significance of the series. The league phase has included high stakes and thrilling Test matches, with teams fighting hard for their position in the table.