England defeated South Africa by nine wickets in the third and final Test of the series. With this, despite losing the first match, England won the series. This result has had its effect felt on the World Test Championship standings. India is one of the most popular teams in the competition. Here, we take a look at how India can qualify for ICC World Test Championship 2023 Finals after England vs South Africa Test Series.
How India can qualify for ICC World Test Championship 2023 Finals?
Six wins in seven Tests for our Men's team this summer. pic.twitter.com/xdNRVpPjfQ
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India currently stands fourth on the table of the World Test Championship. The men in blue have six games remaining before the WTC 2023 finals at the Lord’s next year. India’s scenario is very clear-cut. They will have to win all of their remaining games to have a firm chance of reaching the finals.
A draw is still allowed but that would leave Rohit Sharma and his men heavily dependent on the other results. Interestingly, Australia and South Africa also have to lose a few matches for India to have a good chance. India will face Australia at home in four games before the WTC 2023 final. This series will have a lot of context with regard to WTC 2023.
The transition period of the Indian Test Team has started
#TeamIndia Test squad for the fifth rescheduled Test against England 👇👇#ENGvIND pic.twitter.com/USMRe0kj1i
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 22, 2022
Meanwhile, India is preparing for a transition period for the Test Team. In fact, it has already started in the batting department. Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara are no more the regular choices in the middle order. The likes of Hanuma Vihari and Shreyas Iyer are in the running for these spots. Sarfaraz Khan could also get into the mix shortly.
The bowling department is set, though. Prasidh Krishna is one player who can be slowly integrated into the setup. India would also like a left-arm seam option in whites. A suitable backup for R Ashwin will also be scouted for inclusion in the plans.
