The ICC World Cup 2023 has been a phenomenal edition, marked by the frequent creation of new records. Notably, the fastest century record was broken twice in this World Cup season. Australia’s Glenn Maxwell achieved this feat, smashing a century in just 40 balls against the Netherlands at New Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. Previously, South Africa’s Aiden Markram accomplished a century in 49 balls at the same venue. The tournament has seen strong performances, keeping the points table dynamic as teams assess their chances of securing a spot in the top 4.
India maintains its top position on the World Cup 2023 points table with an unbeaten streak, amassing 10 points. South Africa closely follows with 8 points, showcasing exceptional cricket except for one upset against the Netherlands. New Zealand occupies the third position with 8 points, delivering consistent performances, except for a loss against India. Despite starting with two consecutive defeats, Australia managed to secure a place in the top 4 with 6 points.
On the lower end of the points table, Pakistan and Afghanistan both have 4 points. Pakistan, after an initial winning streak, has faced continuous losses. Meanwhile, Afghanistan has made an impressive mark in the tournament, defeating formidable teams like England and Pakistan.
The bottom four teams, namely Sri Lanka, England, Bangladesh, and the Netherlands, each have 2 points. Sri Lanka, despite some defeats, displayed strong performances in their recent match. England, the defending champions, have struggled, with their batting and bowling orders facing instability. The chances of Bangladesh and the Netherlands qualifying for the top 4 are becoming increasingly unlikely as the tournament progresses.
