ICC World Test Championship Points Table, WTC Table After AUS vs ENG 3rd Test - Ashes 2025-26
Published - 21 Dec 2025, 10:20 AM | Updated - 21 Dec 2025, 11:34 PM
Australia, led by Pat Cummins, recorded a comfortable 82-run victory over England in the third Ashes 2025-26 Test at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide on Sunday, December 21. The Men in Yellow retained their top spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 points table with a flawless record.
On Day 5, Jamie Smith and Will Jacks showed positive intent and added a valuable 91-run stand. Smith reached a half-century and looked set for more before falling to Mitchell Starc. Jacks and Brydon Carse brought the target below 100, but Australia wrapped up the remaining wickets to seal the win.
Updated ICC World Test Championship Points Table (WTC Table) After AUS vs ENG 3rd Test Revealed
Coming into the contest, Australia were at the top of the World Test Championship table, and they retained their place after another strong win. They are well ahead of second-placed South Africa in the standings.
Meanwhile, England, who started the new WTC cycle with a drawn home series against India, have suffered three back-to-back defeats in Australia. These losses have hurt their position on the table.
Before the third Test, England were placed seventh with a low points percentage. The defeat in Adelaide has further damaged their numbers, leaving them with a PCT of 27.08, just below India in the standings..
Here is the Updated ICC World Test Championship Points Table:
| Pos | Team Code | Team Name | Played | Won | Lost | Draw | Ded | Points | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUS | Australia | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 72 | 100.00 |
| 2 | SA | South Africa | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 75.00 |
| 3 | NZ | New Zealand | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 66.67 |
| 4 | SL | Sri Lanka | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 66.67 |
| 5 | PAK | Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 50.00 |
| 6 | IND | India | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 52 | 48.15 |
| 7 | ENG | England | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 26 | 27.08 |
| 8 | BAN | Bangladesh | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 16.67 |
| 9 | WI | West Indies | 7 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4.76 |
Australia Clinch Ashes Early as England’s Struggles Continue Down Under
England lost the Ashes after just three Tests for the fourth tour in a row. They have suffered 16 defeats in their last 18 Tests on Australian soil.
Pat Cummins, returning after a long injury break, picked up four wickets in the first innings and followed it up with another strong spell in the second. Nathan Lyon surpassed Glenn McGrath on the all-time wickets list. Mitchell Starc also scored useful runs with the bat.
Australia’s bowlers worked together relentlessly, even in tough conditions, and never allowed England any breathing space. In contrast, England relied heavily on one or two players. The gap in quality was clear, and Australia executed their plans almost perfectly throughout the Test.
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