India and New Zealand will be declared joint winners of the World Test Championship if next month's final ends in a draw or tie, cricket's world body said on Friday. The contest between the world's top-ranked sides will also see new adjustments for decisions come into effect. The third umpire will now check any "short run" call made by the on-field umpire and communicate the decision back to the official. Following their 3-1 series win against England, Virat Kohli's India booked their place in the world final as the top-ranked Test nation. Kane Williamson's New Zealand secured their spot when a series between South Africa and Australia was postponed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Source: News 24 May 28, 2021 10:30 UTC