World Test Championship 2023-25: England's Dominant Sweep Against West Indies

In a commanding display, England secured a 10-wicket victory over the West Indies in the third and final Test at Edgbaston, completing a 3-0 series whitewash. This win, led by captain Ben Stokes and a stellar bowling performance from Mark Wood, significantly boosts England's standing in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 table.

Match Highlights and Key Performances

Ben Stokes played a crucial role, notably with a record-breaking fifty, while Mark Wood was named Man of the Match for his figures of 7/92, pivotal in England's dominant win. Wood expressed relief and gratitude for the support from his team and the physio, which helped him maintain his pace and performance despite recent injuries.

The victory propels England to fifth place in the WTC standings, overtaking Pakistan. With 57 points and a points’ percentage (PCT) of 36.54, England remains in contention for the WTC final, though they must continue winning their remaining matches to secure a spot.

For the West Indies, the series was a stark contrast, as they struggled across all departments, keeping them at the bottom of the WTC table with just one win and one draw in seven matches.

1. India

   - Series: 3

   - Played: 9

   - Won: 6

   - Draw: 1

   - Lost: 2

   - Points: 74

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 68.52

2. Australia

   - Series: 4

   - Played: 12

   - Won: 8

   - Draw: 1

   - Lost: 3

   - Points: 60

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 62.50

3. New Zealand

   - Series: 3

   - Played: 6

   - Won: 3

   - Draw: 0

   - Lost: 3

   - Points: 36

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 50.00

4. Sri Lanka

   - Series: 2

   - Played: 4

   - Won: 2

   - Draw: 0

   - Lost: 2

   - Points: 24

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 50.00

5. England

   - Series: 3

   - Played: 13

   - Won: 6

   - Draw: 1

   - Lost: 6

   - Points: 57

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 36.54

6. Pakistan

   - Series: 2

   - Played: 5

   - Won: 2

   - Draw: 0

   - Lost: 3

   - Points: 22

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 36.66

7. Bangladesh

   - Series: 2

   - Played: 4

   - Won: 1

   - Draw: 0

   - Lost: 3

   - Points: 12

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 25.00

8. South Africa

   - Series: 2

   - Played: 4

   - Won: 1

   - Draw: 0

   - Lost: 3

   - Points: 12

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 25.00

9. West Indies

   - Series: 3

   - Played: 7

   - Won: 1

   - Draw: 1

   - Lost: 5

   - Points: 16

   - PCT (Points Percentage): 19.05

This latest result has set the stage for an intriguing remainder of the WTC cycle, with teams vying for crucial points and positioning in the race to the final.