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Team India’s journey to the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 Final has reached a crucial stage. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill, India still have a realistic chance of qualifying for the final, but the margin for error is becoming increasingly slim.

With nine WTC Tests remaining, India are widely projected to need at least seven victories to finish with a points percentage (PCT) that is usually required to secure a place in the top two of the WTC standings.

Why Seven Wins Matter

The World Test Championship standings are determined by Points Percentage (PCT) rather than total points. Historically, teams that qualify for the WTC final generally finish with a PCT of around 64–68% or higher.

After the results so far in the current cycle, India are in a position where winning seven of their remaining nine Tests would likely put them in a strong position to qualify for the final, although the exact requirement also depends on the performances of other competing teams.

India’s Remaining WTC Fixtures

India’s remaining Test schedule in the current WTC cycle includes:

• 2 Tests vs Sri Lanka (Away)
• 2 Tests vs New Zealand (Away)
• 5 Tests vs Australia (Home)

These nine matches will decide whether India can book a place in the WTC final at Lord’s in 2027.

Gill’s Leadership Under the Spotlight

This is Shubman Gill’s first full WTC campaign as India’s Test captain. His leadership, batting form, and tactical decisions will play a major role during the upcoming series.

The good news for India is that both Gill and Jasprit Bumrah are reportedly returning to full fitness ahead of the important Sri Lanka series, giving the team a significant boost before the decisive stretch of the championship.

Can India Still Qualify?

Yes. India remain firmly in contention for the WTC final. However, they cannot afford many slip-ups.

If India dominate the Sri Lanka and New Zealand tours and perform strongly against Australia at home, they will significantly improve their chances of finishing among the top two teams in the WTC standings.

The Bottom Line

Team India still have their destiny in their own hands in the World Test Championship 2025–27. With nine Tests remaining, winning seven matches is considered the most realistic path to securing a place in the WTC Final. Shubman Gill’s captaincy, along with strong performances from India’s key players, will be crucial as the team enters the most important phase of its WTC campaign.