Pakistan overtakes India in ICC latest World Test Championship

Pakistan overtakes India in ICC latest World Test Championship

LAHORE – Men in Green have overtaken archrival India in the ICC World Test Championship table following a record-breaking win against Sri Lanka.

Babar-led squad clinched the third spot in the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23 table and boosted their winning percentage to 58.33 percent, with Kangaroos and Proteas now ahead of the Asian side.

Team Green played a total of eight games, won four, and lost two while two matches were drawn.

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The recent feat was the 4th triumph of the World Test Championship cycle for Team Green, who are eyeing chances to reach next year's final.

The visitors went on to register a thrilling win against the hosts during the first Test match played at the Galle International Stadium. Pakistani opener Abdullah Shafique displayed A-game and determination on a turning track.