Bangladesh recorded a historic Test victory over Australia in Darwin. The result has made an impact on the updated World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 points table.
Despite the win, Bangladesh remain fourth in the standings. They have played five matches. They have won three, lost one and drawn one. Bangladesh have 40 points and a points percentage (PCT) of 66.67.
Australia continue to lead the table. They have 84 points from nine matches. They have won seven and lost two. Their PCT stands at 77.78.
Bangladesh Produce Strong All-Round Performance
Bangladesh delivered an impressive performance against Australia. Their bowlers and batters played key roles in the victory.
Hasan Mahmud was the star with the ball. He claimed a career-best 6 for 55 in Australia’s first innings. His spell helped Bangladesh take control of the match.
Tanzid Hasan also made a major contribution. He scored his maiden Test century in only his second Test match.
Bangladesh posted 426 in their first innings. The huge total gave them a strong advantage.
The result is one of Bangladesh’s most notable Test wins in recent years. It also shows their growing strength in the current WTC cycle.
Australia’s defeat has reduced their winning percentage. However, they remain comfortably at the top of the standings.
South Africa are second with 36 points and a PCT of 75.00. New Zealand are third with 52 points and a PCT of 72.22.
India are fifth with 52 points from nine matches. Their PCT is 48.15.
England, Pakistan and West Indies occupy the final three positions.
Bangladesh’s Darwin victory could prove important as the WTC 2025-27 cycle progresses.
