The Kiwis surged to the summit of the World Test Championship Points table following their historic clean sweep against South Africa in Hamilton. New Zealand sealed the series 2-0 against the Proteas to claim the top position.
Kane Williamson’s elegant innings of 133 not out guided the Kiwis to a 7-wicket victory in the second test, marking his 32nd Test century and securing New Zealand’s first-ever Test triumph at Mount Maunganui against South Africa.
Here's the updated WTC points table after New Zealand's historic victory in the second Test against South Africa in Hamilton. pic.twitter.com/SwZIsKQy7a
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With this feat, Williamson joined the ranks of the great Pakistani Test batsman Younis Khan, known for his mastery in the fourth innings. The Black Caps now lead the table comfortably with a 75% win-loss ratio in the World Test Championship, with Australia trailing behind at 55%. The two rivals will clash in a top-of-the-table encounter later this month, with New Zealand hosting reigning champions Australia starting from February 29.
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Meanwhile, South Africa has slipped to eighth place in the World Test Championship rankings with a win-loss ratio of 25%, placing them below England on the table.
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