India’s exceptional performance against the West Indies in the home series has not only swept a commanding 2-0 triumph over the opponents but also boosted the Points Percentage (PCT) to 61.09%, highlighting a significant leap in their campaign for a spot in the WTC 2025-27 final. The clean execution of performances by Team India has brought them closer to Australia and Sri Lanka, currently the top two contenders in the championship standings.
Before the series, India’s average stood quite fairly at 55.56% in the PCT; however, this win has pushed it up to 61.90%. India currently enjoys a comfortable third position on the World Test Championship (WTC) table; however, they can’t get too comfortable with the Mighty Aussies at 100% and Sri Lanka at 66.67%.
India vs West Indies Test Series 2025: Key Performances and Highlights
India’s cricket baton is carried safely by India’s young side. The squad showed a perfect mix of emerging stars and veteran campaigners. With Shubman Gill as the skipper, the young blood of the Indian cricket team displayed remarkable consistency and poise, both substantially important for this test series. The batting unit was strongly supported by Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharshan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Dhruv Jurel, and the skipper himself.
On the other hand, Indian bowlers with their magical spell dismissed the Caribbean side, denying them both momentum and a victory. Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Jasprit Bumrah ensured that their bowling wrapped both the tests within four days. This home series earned India the maximum 24 WTC points.
How India’s 2-0 Win Impacts Their WTC 2025-27 Final Qualification Chances
Ahead of their upcoming fixtures, India, with its 61.90%, looks strong and confident in its game. Every test from here on carries additional weightage, with nearly two-thirds of the cycle remaining. Looking forward, India’s next challenge will come against South Africa, who will tour India for a two-test series starting off at Eden Garden.
If records are to be believed, then a PCT in the mid-50s to low 60s assures a place in the WTC Finals, which suggests that India is creeping closer to booking a seat for the World Test Championship. However, consistency in the players' performances and strategies will play a crucial role. Narrow defeats in higher-stake matches or even slow overrate penalties can snatch the points and cause a quick dent in PCT.