The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Finals is an important event in cricket, but many fans believe it should be changed to include three teams instead of just two. This change could make the finals more exciting and fair.
Right now, the top team goes directly to the finals, while the second and third teams are playing BGT to see who will join them. However, this system can favor teams that haven’t faced many strong opponents. For example, teams like Australia, India, and England often compete against tough teams, while others like South Africa, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan may not have the same level of challenge.
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Looking at South Africa’s experience in this WTC, we see they had an easier path to the finals. They mostly played away matches against Bangladesh, New Zealand and the West Indies, which are not as challenging. Their home games were against Asian teams like Sri Lanka, India and Pakistan, but these teams were not at their best during that season. This led to a situation where the final didn’t feel as competitive as it could have been.
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The teams finishing 1st on Points Table should directly make it to the Finale and teams placed on 2nd and 3rd should play shootout for the Finale.
Changing the WTC Finals to involve three teams could make the event more exciting and fair. It would ensure that the best teams, who play against strong competition, compete for the title, making the WTC a true test of skill in cricket. Fans would enjoy a more intense and unpredictable finals experience, making it a highlight in the cricketing calendar.