DUBAI: The closing of the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23 cycle will probably be held from June 7 to 11 on the Oval, London, confirmed International Cricket Council on Wednesday
“The final of the second edition of the ICC World Test Championship will be played at The Oval, London from 7 to 11 June with a reserve day in place (12 June).” mentioned ICC in a media launch.
New Zealand gained the inaugural version of the Test championship by defeating India by eight wickets within the 2021 closing in Southampton.
Australia are presently main the factors desk for the continuing cycle with a wholesome share of 75.56, adopted by India at 58.93.
The two groups are set to face off in a vital four-match Test collection, starting 9 February in Nagpur, which can ultimately decide the possible finalists.
“The prospect of playing in the World Test Championship Final has been a big motivator for us over the last couple of years, more so now having missed out on over rates last time,” mentioned Australia captain Pat Cummins as quoted by the ICC.
Whereas, the probabilities for Sri Lanka (53.33%) and South Africa (48.72%), who take the third and fourth positions respectively, to play the ultimate are nonetheless alive. Sri Lanka will play two away Tests towards New Zealand as a part of the continuing cycle, whereas South Africa’s final have two Tests at home towards the West Indies.
“Sri Lanka still has a good chance of making it to the World Test Championship Final. We have done well to be among the top contenders, and if we can complete a good Test series on the upcoming New Zealand tour, our chances of making it to the Final will look like a greater possibility,” mentioned Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne.
Dean Elgar, South African mentioned: While we might have an outdoor likelihood of qualification for the World Test Championship Final, there’s no better encouragement than the considered enjoying for silverware in such a historic format at such a historic floor.
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