Bangladesh have made a significant jump in the ICC World Test Championship standings after sealing a historic home series win over Pakistan.

The Tigers beat Pakistan by 78 runs in the Sylhet Test to complete a 2-0 whitewash in the two-match series. The win lifted Bangladesh to fifth place in the latest WTC points table, above India.

Bangladesh now have a points percentage of 58.33 after four matches, with two wins, one defeat and one draw. India have dropped to sixth with a points percentage of 48.15.

Australia lead the table with a points percentage of 87.50, followed by New Zealand, South Africa and Sri Lanka.

The achievement is significant for Bangladesh, whose consistency in Test cricket has long been questioned. In recent years, however, the Tigers have become more competitive both at home and away, and the series win over Pakistan will be seen as one of the notable successes in the country’s Test history.

Bangladesh’s bowlers produced disciplined performances throughout the series. On the final day of the Sylhet Test, the hosts held their nerve under pressure and bowled Pakistan out to secure the match and the series.

Senior batters also made key contributions at important stages, helping Bangladesh stay ahead in the contest.

The ICC World Test Championship standings are determined by points percentage. 

Teams earn points for wins and draws in each series, and their position in the table is based on the percentage of points won.

– Agencies