England's World Test Championship final aspirations have taken a hit. A significant slow over-rate in their recent defeat to New Zealand at The Oval resulted in a 12-point deduction and a fine. This penalty has dropped their points percentage considerably, impacting their standing in the championship. Captain Joe Root accepted the sanction, with the team now looking to regroup for the upcoming final Test.

England were punished for maintaining a slow over-rate in the second Test against New Zealand at the Oval in London. | Cricket

LONDON, June 22 : England's dreams of a maiden appearance in the World Test Championship (WTC) final suffered a blow after they were docked 12 points for their slow over-rate in…

England faced a 50% match fee fine and lost 12 ICC World Test Championship points after falling 12 overs short against New Zealand in The Oval Test.

England's World Test Championship final aspirations have taken a hit. A significant slow over-rate in their recent defeat to New Zealand at The Oval resulted in a 12-point…