The Pakistan cricket team just pulled off an impressive 9-wicket victory over England in the third and final Test match, winning the series 2-1. This win is a big deal for Pakistan, especially after some tough times in red-ball cricket with losses against Australia and Bangladesh.
The match, held in Rawalpindi, showcased the exceptional skills of Pakistan’s spin duo, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan. They restricted England to just 112 runs in their second inning, setting an easy target of 36 runs for Pakistan. Noman Ali was a standout, taking nine wickets in the match, while Sajid Khan added another 10-wicket haul to his record, making it tough for England’s batsmen.
This series win is especially significant for Shan Masood, who celebrated his first victory as captain in Test cricket. After a rough patch with consecutive defeats, Masood’s leadership has played a key role in bringing the team back on track and boosting their confidence.
ICC Test Championship Points Table 2024
According to the latest ICC Test Championship points table 2024, India currently leads with 98 points and a winning percentage of 68.06%, having won 8 out of their 12 matches. Australia follows in second place with 90 points and a 62.50% win rate from 8 victories in 12 matches. Sri Lanka is third with 60 points and a 55.56% win rate.
New Zealand holds the fourth spot with 60 points and a 50.00% win rate from 5 wins in 10 matches. South Africa sits in fifth place with a 47.62% win rate after winning 3 out of 7 matches. England is in sixth with a 40.79% win rate despite playing the most matches (19). Pakistan, Bangladesh, and West Indies are in the bottom three on the ICC Test Championship points table 2024, with win percentages of 33.33%, 30.56%, and 18.52%, respectively.
Stay tuned for more updates on the ICC Test Championship points table 2024 as the cricket season progresses.
