Rules and Ranking of the ICC World Test Championship

Both statements are incorrect. Due to COVID-19 disruptions disrupting the playing schedule, the ICC adjusted the evaluation criteria for the tournament. Finalists were determined based on the percentage of available points earned (PCT) from matches played, rather than the absolute number of wins (Statement 1). Under this percentage system, New Zealand advanced ahead of England because its point percentage was higher, even though England had won more total matches overall (Statement 2). > The inaugural ICC World Test Championship used a point percentage system (PCT) rather than raw match wins to determine its finalists. Answer: (d).