Australia vs India: A Key Duel with Major Implications
The clash between Australia and India, in itself, is a major event. However, with the World Test Cricket Championship final on the horizon in June, the importance of this series rises even more for both teams. The recent victory of New Zealand over the West Indies has positioned them in third place in the championship table. If they manage to replicate that success against Pakistan, both Australia and India will have to strive to the utmost to stay above them.Analysis of India’s Possibilities
India has played four series, accumulating 360 points with a 75% percentage. It still has two series pending in the current cycle: against Australia and England. Both consist of four test matches, awarding the same number of points: 30 for a win and 10 for a draw. If New Zealand scores full points in their series against Pakistan, their total will rise to 420, with a percentage of 70%. This sets 70% as the target India must surpass to secure their position above New Zealand. To achieve this, India needs to score 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.
For example, if India lost against Australia by a margin of 1-2, they would need 110 points from the series against England. The only way to reach that figure (winning all four matches) would be to obtain 30 points for each victory.
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Situation in Australia
Australia, with three series played, accumulates 296 points and a percentage of 82.22%. They need to surpass 420 points to reach a percentage higher than 70%, if the series against South Africa takes place. In case of cancellation, their goal will be to exceed 336 points. If the series against South Africa is maintained, it is expected to consist of three test matches, with 40 points at stake for a win and 13 for a draw.
