Bangladesh Eye WTC 2027 Final as Mushtaq Ahmed Backs Team’s Chances

Bangladesh, currently fourth in the World Test Championship points table, are targeting a place in the final and will need to break into the top two teams by the beginning of next year to achieve that goal. Bangladesh spin-bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed believes his team can reach the final and has the ability to pose a difficult challenge to their opponents.

Bangladesh recently produced an impressive performance against Australia. The team defeated Australia on their home soil, although Australia responded in the following match with a big win. Despite that setback, Bangladesh remain in contention for a place in the World Test Championship final.

For Bangladesh to qualify for the 2027 World Test Championship final, they need to collect 47 points from their remaining six matches. A win is worth 12 points, meaning Bangladesh will need to win both of their home series. Those series are against England and the West Indies.

Bangladesh could target two wins against the West Indies by preparing spin-friendly pitches, but defeating England in both matches will not be easy. To strengthen their position and secure their place, Bangladesh will need to win one of their remaining two matches.

Mushtaq Ahmed has backed Bangladesh’s chances of reaching the World Test Championship final, saying, “We are in a very good position at the moment. If we play good cricket and maintain our belief, we can move forward. At international level, matches can only be won when you are not worried about losing. As coaches, we have to change that mindset. The credit goes to all the players, selectors and stakeholders because they are on the same page and believe that we can now challenge any team.”

According to the points table provided, Australia are at the top with 10 matches, eight wins, two losses, 96 points and a points percentage of 80. South Africa are second with four matches, three wins, one loss, 36 points and a points percentage of 75. New Zealand are third with six matches, four wins, one loss, one draw, 52 points and a points percentage of 72.22.

Bangladesh are fourth with six matches, three wins, two losses, one draw, 40 points and a points percentage of 55.56. India are fifth with 11 matches, five wins, four losses, two draws, 68 points and a points percentage of 51.52. England are sixth with 16 matches, seven wins, eight losses, one draw, 74 points and a points percentage of 38.54.

Sri Lanka are seventh with six matches, one win, two losses, three draws, 24 points and a points percentage of 33.33. The West Indies are eighth with 12 matches, two wins, eight losses, two draws, 30 points and a points percentage of 20.83. Pakistan are ninth with nine matches, two wins, seven losses, no draws, five points and a points percentage of 4.63.

With six matches still remaining, Bangladesh’s push for a place in the World Test Championship final will depend on how effectively they convert their remaining opportunities into points, particularly in their home series against England and the West Indies.