New Zealand defeated England by a mammoth 423 runs in the final match of the three-match Test series on Tuesday at Seddon Park, Hamilton.
This victory not only showcased New Zealand's dominance but also made history as their largest win by runs in Test cricket.
Chasing an improbable target of 658 runs, England’s hopes of a clean sweep were shattered as they were bowled out for 234 after lunch on day four.
England captain Ben Stokes, who was nursing a left hamstring injury, did not bat in the second innings, which further accelerated their downfall.
This defeat is significant for Stokes-led England as it stands as their fourth-worst loss in terms of runs in Test cricket history.
According to the latest ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 points table, South Africa leads the standings with a PCT of 63.33, having played 10 matches, winning six, losing three, and drawing one.
Australia follows closely in second place with a PCT of 60.71 after 14 matches, securing nine wins, four losses, and one draw.
India sits in third place with a PCT of 57.29, having played 16 matches, winning nine, losing six, and drawing one.
New Zealand occupies fourth place with a PCT of 48.21, earning 7 wins in their 14 matches. Sri Lanka is in fifth place with a PCT of 45.45, winning 5 out of 11 matches.
England, despite winning the recent series 2-1 and playing the most matches (22 matches), has a PCT of 43.18 with 10 wins and 11 losses, placing them sixth.
Pakistan ranks seventh with a PCT of 33.33 from 10 matches, winning four and losing six.
Bangladesh follows in eighth place with a PCT of 31.25, winning four matches out of 12 played. Lastly, the West Indies sit in ninth place with a PCT of 24.24, having played 11 matches, securing just two wins and seven losses.
