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WTC 2025 When Patience Met Glory: The Journey of the World Test Championship and Its Worthy Champions

WTC Introduction: A Dream Born in Whites

Cricket over a century, Test cricket was the purest form of the game honest, and often gruelling. Yet, unlike its younger and modern cricket started beginning the popularity like ODI and T20 even IPL in that case and the Test cricket was lacking a definitive championship. Nations fought tooth and nail in bilateral series, but there was no crown for consistency or dominance over time. Test supremacy remained abstract and finally after so many years then, in 2019, cricket finally answered the question fans had long asked: Who is the real champion of Test cricket?

Thus began the World Test Championship (WTC) not just a tournament, but a two-year saga of resilience, heartbreak, heroism, and redemption. And in this marathon of mind and muscle, two teams New Zealand and Australia—etched their names in golden letters.

The Beginning: Birth of the World Test Championship

ICC launch many tournaments like ODI world cup ,T20 World Cup ,Champions Trophy, and many more but the King of Cricket which is Test Format was missing something from ICC and here is where ICC though that we should have some tournament which will give us a champions of Test  but another question arise in mind of ICC is how it possible as playing Test for 9 to 12 team will take 4 to 6 month to finish the tournament

As one test match will take 5 days are blocked so here come the second option top two team in ICC ranking will play in the final and and here the idea of International Cricket Council (ICC) had long flirted with the idea of giving context to Test matches. The WTC was announced in 2010 but faced multiple delays. It wasn’t until August 1, 2019, when England faced Australia at Edgbaston, that the inaugural WTC cycle officially began.

The format of Test Champions ship was simple yet challenging nine top-ranked teams competing across 27 series over two years. Points were allocated per match, and the top two teams would clash in a grand final. This was not just about runs or wickets anymore. It was about legacy.

WTC 2019-21: New Zealand’s Grit and Glory first Test Championship

New Zealand – The Dark Horses Step into the Light

New Zealand had always been the “good guys” of cricket respected, liked, but rarely feared. But under the calm leadership of Kane Williamson, they transformed into silent assassins. They didn’t boast big budgets or billion-dollar boards. And New Zealand was prepared with the plan and the strategy, and a burning desire to be remembered to take the revenge of 2019 ODI yes but the revenge was not with the teams as finalist where different but Revenge was to capture that ICC trophy and becoming the champions in Test Format and Test is the daddy of all formats of cricket played.

They began their WTC campaign with home dominance, defeating India and the West Indies. But it wasn’t until their stunning 2-0 sweep over Pakistan that the world sat up.

Meanwhile, India, England, and Australia were locking horns in highly competitive series. As drama unfolded, New Zealand kept climbing.

The Road to the Final: Rain, Rankings, and Redemption

By early 2021, COVID-19 had reshaped the WTC format. Series were cancelled, points recalculated, and qualification turned into a puzzle. But destiny played its hand.

India edged past England at home to book their ticket to the final. Their opponent? New Zealand—the quiet warriors who had waited decades for this chance.

The final was set: India vs New Zealand, June 2021, Southampton.

The Final: One Test to Rule Them All

The weather was cruel. Rain interrupted four of the six scheduled days. But like their journey, New Zealand braved it all. With Kyle Jamieson destroying India’s top order and Kane Williamson holding the chase steady like a monk in a storm, the Kiwis crossed the line.

They won by 8 wickets.

Tears flowed. Hugs followed. Williamson, always composed, allowed himself a smile.

New Zealand from the ODI heartbreak in the 2019 ODI World Cup final to WTC glory in 2021, New Zealand had finally earned their moment with most respectable manner  by winning the first ever WTC world Test championship.

WTC 2021–23: The Rise of the Australian Juggernaut

Australia’s Reawakening

If New Zealand’s win was poeti but the comeback by Australia in jst the next season was much expected by Australia’s 2021–23 WTC campaign was pure domination. After the infamous 2018 ball-tampering scandal, Australian cricket was in shambles. Their reputation was tarnished. Steve Smith and David Warner faced bans. The once-feared team looked mortal, but every storm leaves behind seeds of rebirth. With Pat Cummins taking over the captaincy a rare fast-bowler leader Australia began rebuilding. Quietly, methodically, powerfully.

Turning the Tide

Their WTC cycle began with a tough draw in Pakistan, but the series win in Lahore proved they could grind on foreign soil. Then came a stunning 2-1 win over South Africa and a dominant Ashes performance at home.

With a mix of youth and experience Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja, Travis Head, Nathan Lyon, and Alex Carey Australia became a team of many match-winners. They marched into the final as the top-ranked team. Their opponents? India again.

The Final Battle: Australia vs India, WTC Final 2023

The stage was set at The Oval, June 2023. India, still chasing their first ICC title since 2013, were desperate. Australia, rebuilt and fearless, were ready.

Day 1: Travis Head’s Hammering

Batting first, Australia were shaky. Then Travis Head unleashed fury. His counterattacking 163 changed the momentum. Steve Smith, ever the silent assassin, crafted a classy ton. Australia posted 469.

India stumbled. Cummins bowled hostile spells. Boland was relentless. Lyon was clever. India folded for 296.

The Moment of Separation

India needed 444 to win in the final innings—a miracle chase. For a brief while, it looked possible. Ajinkya Rahane fought like a man possessed. But Scott Boland, with his metronomic line and length, shattered the dream.

India fell short by 209 runs.

And the regular ODI champs first time became the winner of WTC champs the Australians roared the Kangaroos where  back on top of the world yet in another format of the game.

The Emotional Core: More Than a Trophy

For New Zealand

Their win was a nation’s catharsis. A small cricketing country, always in the shadows, stood tallest when it mattered most. Kane Williamson became a national treasure. Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, and Trent Boult—veterans who had served through countless heartbreaks—were finally rewarded.

It was cricket’s way of saying, “You were always worthy.”

For Australia

The WTC crown in 2023 was more than silverware. It was redemption. From disgrace to dominance, this was the story of resilience. Pat Cummins—a captain who let actions speak—led with poise. Steve Smith—once broken, now rebuilt—was clinical. Every player contributed every moment mattered. They weren’t just world champions. They were a team reborn Australis proved that they are not just the champions in ODI or t20 but they can win the Test championship as well.

WTC Format: Test Cricket’s Answer to Relevance

The WTC gave Test cricket a narrative structure, turning scattered bilateral series into a cohesive story. Every series now had stakes. Every win brought a team closer to the final. Every loss had consequences.

For fans, this brought passion and purpose.

For players, it brought pressure and pride.

And for the sport, it brought a future.

Looking Ahead: What Lies Beyond

The third WTC cycle (2023–2025) is already underway. Teams like India, England, and South Africa are eager to write their own redemption arcs. Pakistan dreams of climbing the mountain. Sri Lanka eyes resurgence. And the reigning champions? They aim to defend what they earned.

The WTC is more than a championship. It’s a crucible of character. It doesn’t reward flair alone—it celebrates perseverance, planning, and mental fortitude.

Conclusion: The Glory in Whites

From the romantic resilience of New Zealand to the steel-hearted dominance of Australia, the WTC has already delivered two unforgettable stories. In an age where cricket is often painted in bright lights and short formats, the WTC reminds us of the slow burn—the drama that unfolds over days, not overs.

It reminds us why Test cricket still matters.

Why whites are still sacred.

And why, in the end, it’s not about who hits the most sixes—but who lasts the longest when the going gets tough.

WTC 2023 – 2025 Australia vs South Africa is crucial

WTC 2025 final is becoming the one if the most historic one as South Africa is se to win on the way to become the champion Well another history us going to be made in on 14^th June 2025 with South Africa is about to win having 8 wickets in hand and just need 72 Runs which is practical for South Africa but finally they are called as re Chockers and hoe the break this name in WTC 2025 and finally win there First ICC champions trophy which is a close match and Aiden Markran Century and the Partner ship with Temba bavuma is looking strong and the decider day of weekend which is Saturday will give us the Final result  

Winners of WTC