Australia remain at the top of ICC Test rankings despite WTC loss to South Africa
The Proteas' Test side will be back in action for a two-match series against Zimbabwe that is set to begin on June 28, later this month. Table-topper Australia will also be back with the Test tour to West Indies for a three-match series beginning on June 25.advertisementIndia hold the fourth spot after their whitewash at home against New Zealand, followed by the series defeat to Australia in the Border-Gavaskar trophy that ended earlier this year. With Shubman Gill at the helm as their new skipper and senior stalwarts like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring from Test cricket, the Indian team will embark on a new journey where they hope to reach greater heights.The Test team rankings could see a big change with England set to play hosts for a five-match Test series against India set to begin on June 20. Both sides will be keen on starting off the 2025-2027 WTC cycle on a positive note and rack up as many wins as possible.Tune InMust Watch
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