Australia vs India: A Crucial Duel with Major Implications
The series between Australia and India, by itself, is a highlight in the world of cricket. However, with the World Test Championship (WTC) final in June, the context becomes even more relevant for both teams. New Zealand’s recent victory over the West Indies, with a score of 2-0, places them in third place in the championship table. If they manage to repeat this result against Pakistan, both Australia and India will have to strive to maintain their position.India: Rating Outlook
India has played four series, accumulating 360 points, which represents 75% of points. India has two series left in the current cycle: against Australia and England. Both series consist of four tests, with the same point allocation: 30 points for a win and 10 for a draw. If New Zealand gets all the points from their series against Pakistan, their total will rise to 420, with a points percentage of 70%. India needs to surpass that 70% to stay ahead of New Zealand.To achieve this, India needs at least 150 points out of the 240 available in these two series. This can be achieved in two ways: by winning five matches or by winning four and drawing three.
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For example, if India loses against Australia with a margin of 1-2, they will need 110 points from the series against England. The only way to reach 110 points is by winning all four matches.
Australia: Current Situation
Australia has played three series, accumulating 296 points, with a points percentage of 82.22%. Australia needs to surpass 420 points to have a points percentage greater than 70%, in case the series against South Africa is played. If that series is canceled, their goal will be to surpass 336 points.
Despite injury problems, Australia remains in a solid position, thanks to the accumulated points. If the series against India ends 2-2, Australia will be at 356 points, with a percentage of 74.17%. From there, even a 1-0 series against South Africa will boost them to 422 points.