England currently holds the fifth position in the initial phase of the third World Test Championship
England has seen a forfeiture of two-thirds of the points they had accumulated in the World Test Championship due to their continual slow over rates during the Ashes series.
The team led by Ben Stokes did not maintain the mandatory over rate in four out of the five Tests, which has resulted in the loss of 19 out of their total 28 points, points that were earned via two victories and one draw.
Australia has also had a 10-point deduction due to slow over rates during the fourth Test.
Players from both England and Australia have incurred fines of 5% of their respective match fees for every lost point.
A penalty of one point is applied for every over the teams fall short of. The penalties for England were: two points for two incomplete overs at Edgbaston, nine from the Lord’s Test, three at Old Trafford, and five from The Oval.
The third installment of the Test Championship has recently kicked off, with the finals slated for 2025.
In the early rankings, England is currently in the fifth position, Australia holds the third, and Pakistan leads the chart after their series triumph over Sri Lanka.
Teams gather points from each Test match they participate in over a span of two years. The two teams with the most points face off in a one-off match to decide the Championship.
The previous 2021-23 competition saw Australia emerge victorious, defeating India by a margin of 209 runs at The Oval in June.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about World Test Championship
Why has England lost points in the World Test Championship?
England has lost two-thirds of their World Test Championship points they earned in the Ashes due to consistently slow over rates. They did not maintain the required over rate in four out of the five Tests.
Which position does England currently hold in the World Test Championship?
England is in the fifth position in the early stages of the third World Test Championship.
What penalties do teams face for slow over rates?
Teams are penalized by losing one point for each over they are short of the required rate. In addition, players can also be fined 5% of their match fee for each point lost.
What other team has lost points due to slow over rates?
Australia has also lost 10 points for a slow over rate in the fourth Test of the Ashes series.
Who won the 2021-23 World Test Championship?
Australia won the 2021-23 World Test Championship, defeating India by a margin of 209 runs at The Oval in June.
More about World Test Championship
- World Test Championship Rankings
- The Ashes Series Overview
- Penalty for Slow Over Rates
- Australia’s Victory in the 2021-23 World Test Championship
4 comments
those slow overs hurtin’ us more than ever. Stokesy’s team needs to buck up and tighten their game strategy. Let’s turn it around, boys!
it’s frustrating seeing England lose points over something so trivial as slow over rates. hope the team sorts it out soon. Go England!
Big disappointment, that’s for sure. But let’s not forget, the championship’s just started. Plenty of time to claw back those points, I reckon.
Can’t believe we’re fifth! We gotta up our game. Also, what’s with the fines? 5% per point seems steep. Didn’t see that one comin’…