In the 2019–2021 cycle, the finalists were India and New Zealand, with New Zealand winning the match.
ICC World Test Championship final to play between Australia and South Africa from June 11
The World Test Championship (WTC), introduced by the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2019, is a two-year-long tournament where the top nine Test-playing nations compete in a series of bilateral Test matches.
Each match or series carries points based on wins, draws, or ties. At the end of the cycle, the top two teams on the points table qualify for the WTC Final.
In the WTC Final, a one-off Test match between the top two teams from the league table decides the World Test Champion for the cycle.
In the 2019–2021 cycle, the finalists were India and New Zealand, with New Zealand winning the match.
In the 2021–2023 cycle, India faced Australia, and Australia won by a massive margin of 209 runs.
Ongoing 2023–2025 Cycle
In the ongoing 2023–2025 cycle, Australia and South Africa have reached the final. South Africa will be playing their maiden WTC Final.
The final is scheduled to take place at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground from June 11, starting at 10:30 AM local time.
Prize Money
• Winners (2025): $3.6 million
• Runners-up: $2.1 million
• India, finishing third, will receive $1,440,000
Where to Watch
• India: Star Sports, JioCinema
• USA & Canada: Willow TV, Willow TV App
• UK: Sky Sports Cricket
What Happens If There's No Result?
• If the match ends in a draw, tie, or is abandoned, the WTC trophy will be shared between the two finalists.
• A reserve day (June 16) is in place but will be used only if time is lost due to bad weather and cannot be made up during the scheduled five days.
Weather Forecast
• Day 1 (June 11): Slightly overcast
• Day 2 (June 12): Rain expected
• Days 3–5: Mostly sunny with some clouds — better conditions for uninterrupted play
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