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Updated WTC points table after India's 165-run win over Sri Lanka

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India strengthened its chances of qualifying for World Test Championship (WTC) final with a commanding 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle on Wednesday. Chasing 372 for victory, ...

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