The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed on Tuesday that the third edition of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final will be held at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London.
The much-anticipated event is scheduled from 11th to 15th June 2025, with a reserve day on 16th June, if required.
This marks the first time Lord’s will host the WTC final, with previous editions being held at Southampton in 2021 and The Oval in 2023. The inaugural final saw New Zealand claim victory, while Australia emerged as the champions in the second edition.
The final will feature the top two teams on the WTC standings after the current cycle. India, led by Rohit Sharma, currently leads the standings, followed closely by the reigning champions, Australia.
However, with several points still up for grabs, teams like New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and Bangladesh remain strong contenders for a place in the final.
ICC CEO Geoff Allardice expressed his excitement about the upcoming final, noting the growing significance of the event in the cricketing calendar.
“The ICC World Test Championship Final has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in the cricketing calendar, and we are pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 edition,” Allardice stated.
“It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of Test cricket, which continues to captivate fans around the world. Tickets will be in high demand, so I would encourage fans to register their interest now to ensure they are in with a chance of attending the Ultimate Test next year.”
Fans eager to witness the 2025 WTC final at Lord’s can now register their interest in tickets, with demand expected to be high for what promises to be a historic contest.
