Sun Dec 01 05:01:53 UTC 2024: ## India Retains Top Spot in World Test Championship Despite England’s Win
**Christchurch, New Zealand:** England’s resounding eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the first Test match has shaken up the World Test Championship (WTC) points table, but India remains firmly in the lead. Despite the shift, India’s position at the top remains unchanged.
Following 15 matches, India boasts a commanding 61.110% win percentage, securing nine victories, five losses, and one draw. Their strong performance keeps them ahead of South Africa (59.260%) in second and Australia (57.690%) in third place.
New Zealand, previously harboring hopes of reaching the final after a 3-0 series win against India, suffered a significant setback with their defeat to England. They now sit fourth with a 50.000% win percentage, based on 12 matches, six wins and six losses.
England, despite their win, has been eliminated from contention for the WTC final. Their current standing is sixth with 43.750% after playing 20 matches, winning 10, losing 9 and drawing 1.
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