The Indian cricket team secured a resounding victory in the second Test match, defeating England by a massive margin of 336 runs. India had set a colossal target of 608 runs for England, in response to which the entire English team was bowled out after scoring only 271 runs.
Sports News: In the new cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27, India registered a spectacular win at Edgbaston in Birmingham, not only leveling the series but also changing the landscape of the points table. The Indian team trounced England by a significant margin of 336 runs, which added 12 crucial points to their tally, propelling the team from fifth place directly to fourth.
In this match, India set a massive target of 608 runs for England to win, against which the English team looked completely helpless, getting bowled out for just 271 runs.
Gill's Record-Breaking Performance
Captain Shubman Gill delivered a historic performance for Team India. Scoring 269 runs in the first innings, he made his captaincy mark, and followed up with another 161 runs in the second innings, dampening England's hopes. This memorable performance earned him the Player of the Match award. Gill's innings provided India with a lead that completely changed the course of the match. In bowling, Akash Deep also laid a b foundation for the victory by taking six wickets.
India's Advantage in the Points Table
With the victory in the second Test, India opened its account in the WTC 2025-27 points table. So far, India has played two matches, winning one and losing one. Their points percentage (PCT) reached 50%, which placed the team in fourth position. Meanwhile, England suffered a setback with this defeat. England has also played two matches, recording one win and one loss. England's PCT is also 50%, but based on the net run rate and ranking rules, they have now slipped to a joint third position.
Australia's Dominance Continues
Australia currently maintains its dominance in the WTC points table. They played one match and secured a victory, after which their PCT stands at 100%. This allows them to remain firmly at the top. On the other hand, the Sri Lankan team has secured the second position with a PCT of 66.67% after one win and one draw in two matches.
The Bangladesh team is currently in fifth place. They have played two matches, with one loss and one draw. Their PCT is 16.67%, which presents them with significant challenges. Meanwhile, the West Indies have played one match so far, in which they faced defeat, and their PCT remains at zero.
The Road Ahead for India
India's victory was as significant as the challenges ahead. The third Test of the series will be played from July 10 at Lord's, where England will attempt to make a comeback. Meanwhile, India will enter the field with the intention of maintaining its form. The team's confidence is clearly reflected under the captaincy of Shubman Gill. India has shown excellent coordination in both batting and bowling departments, which needs to be replicated in the upcoming matches.
