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Lord’s to Host “2025 World Test Championship” Final in June

The World Test Championship Final 2025 will take place on June 11-15, 2025 at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, marking the first time the venue has hosted the event.

Event Details and Venue

  • Date: June 11-15, 2025 (June 16 as reserve day)
  • Venue: Lord's Cricket Ground, London
  • First time Lord's hosts the WTC final
  • Previous venues: Southampton (2021), The Oval (2023)
  • High ticket demand expected; fans urged to register interest early

Current Standings and Contenders

  • India leading the points table (68.52% points percentage)
  • Australia in second place (62.50% points percentage)

Other contenders:

    • New Zealand (3rd)
    • England (4th)
    • Sri Lanka (5th)
    • South Africa (6th)
    • Bangladesh (7th)
  • Pakistan's chances diminished after 0-2 loss to Bangladesh
  • India to face Australia in crucial five-match away series

WTC Significance and History

  • Third edition of the World Test Championship
  • Quickly becoming a highly anticipated event in cricket calendar

Previous winners:

    • New Zealand (2021): defeated India by 8 wickets
    • Australia (2023): defeated India by 209 runs
  • Showcases enduring appeal of Test cricket
  • ICC CEO Geoff Allardice emphasizes event's importance
  • Demonstrates ICC's commitment to celebrating Test cricket at historic venues

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