India created history by beating South Africa in Cape Town. This is the first time the host team has been defeated in a Test at this ground. Despite this, Team India has lost the top spot in the ICC rankings. Australia has climbed to the top spot in the three-match series against Pakistan after winning two consecutive Tests.
Chances for India to regain top spot
The three-match series between Australia and Pakistan is currently underway. The Kangaroos can consolidate their top position with a win in the Test to be played in Sydney. At the same time, India will have a chance to regain the top spot by winning the five-Test series against England at home. The Test series between India and England will start from January 25.
India scores high, but rating low
Australia has a rating of 118 in the latest ICC rating. He has 3534 marks in his account. At the same time, India has lost one rank due to the series being drawn. Team India has slipped to the second position with 117 rating and 3746 points. There is no change in the ranking of other teams yet.
Australia, who won the ICC World Test Championship last year, benefited from a draw in the India-South Africa series. He again the top spot. After winning the World Test Championship last year, the Kangaroos team had been at the top for a while. In the ICC rankings, India and Australia were tied with 118-118 ratings. Team India was at the top because of more points in the account.
