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WTC 2025-27 Points Table Shock: Pakistan Crash to Last After West Indies Defeat — Where Does India Stand?
Pakistan’s 90-run loss to the West Indies has pushed them to the bottom of the World Test Championship standings, while India remain fifth with a 48.15% points percentage.
The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 has delivered another major twist, with Pakistan sliding to the bottom of the points table after suffering a 90-run defeat against the West Indies in the opening Test at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy.
The loss leaves Pakistan with just one victory from five matches and a points percentage (PCT) of 6.66, putting them in serious trouble early in their campaign. It was also their eighth consecutive Test defeat away from home, adding another worrying statistic to an already difficult run.
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Pakistan’s dramatic fall to the bottom
Pakistan entered the Test against the West Indies under pressure, but few would have expected the result to push them all the way to the bottom of the WTC table.
The West Indies set the tone with a first-innings total of 311, powered by Shai Hope, who scored 92, and Kevam Hodge, who contributed 84. Pakistan’s response reached 282, with captain Shan Masood producing a century, but the visitors could not maintain the momentum.
West Indies bowler Justin Greaves then played a decisive role with a five-wicket haul, while the hosts showed remarkable resilience in their second innings.
After collapsing to 93/7, the West Indies recovered through a crucial partnership between Kemar Roach and Shamar Joseph. Their efforts helped the hosts set Pakistan a target of 211.
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The chase quickly turned into another batting nightmare for Pakistan.
They were bowled out for just 120, despite Babar Azam remaining unbeaten on 58. The former Pakistan captain was unable to find enough support from the other end as the West Indies attack finished the job.
Jayden Seales was the standout bowler, claiming 5/20, while Greaves and Roach added two wickets each.
The result gave the West Indies a memorable 90-run victory and left Pakistan facing an uphill battle in the WTC race.
Where does India stand in the WTC 2025-27 table?
While Pakistan have hit the bottom, India currently occupy fifth position.
India have played nine matches in the ongoing WTC cycle, winning four, losing four and drawing one. Their total of 52 points gives them a points percentage of 48.15%.
That position leaves India with work to do if they want to challenge for a place in the 2027 WTC Final. The points percentage system means that every Test becomes increasingly important as the cycle progresses.
India’s current position also highlights how competitive the table has become. A strong run of results in the remaining fixtures could quickly push them higher, but dropped points could make qualification significantly more difficult.
Australia continue to set the pace
At the top of the table, Australia remain the team to beat.
They have collected 84 points from eight matches and boast an impressive points percentage of 87.50%, putting them firmly in first place.
South Africa are second with a 75% PCT, while New Zealand occupy third position at 72.22%.
Bangladesh sit fourth with a 58.33% points percentage, ahead of India.
The table shows just how much ground Pakistan and the West Indies have to make up. Pakistan’s 6.66% PCT is far behind the teams competing for the top two spots, while West Indies are eighth at 22.73%.
WTC 2025-27 Points Table
| Rank | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Draw | Points | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 84 | 87.50% |
| 2 | South Africa | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 36 | 75.00% |
| 3 | New Zealand | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 72.22% |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 58.33% |
| 5 | India | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 52 | 48.15% |
| 6 | Sri Lanka | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 20 | 41.67% |
| 7 | England | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 38 | 24.36% |
| 8 | West Indies | 11 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 30 | 22.73% |
| 9 | Pakistan | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6.66% |
The road ahead is getting tougher
The latest result is more than just another defeat for Pakistan. It puts them in a difficult position in the race for the WTC Final.
With only four points from five matches, Pakistan will need a dramatic turnaround to climb the table. Their biggest challenge will be finding consistency, particularly in overseas conditions where their recent record has been disappointing.
The West Indies, meanwhile, have shown that they can still cause an upset. Their victory over Pakistan will provide a major boost to a side that has struggled for consistency during the current WTC cycle.
For India, the picture is less dramatic but equally important. Sitting fifth at 48.15%, the team remains within reach of the teams above them, but there is little room for complacency.
With the WTC 2025-27 cycle moving forward, the race for the top two places is beginning to take shape. Australia and South Africa currently have the advantage, but India’s campaign is far from over.
And as Pakistan’s latest defeat shows, one bad series can change the entire complexion of the points table.
