South Africa Ready to Rival Sri Lanka in Two-Test Series

Colombo, November 21 - Sri Lanka is set to host South Africa in a two-match Test series starting on Monday, as the Proteas aim to close the gap with the top-ranked teams in the ICC World Test Championship.

The Asian side, ranked third in the WTC standings, will look to capitalise on their recent 2-0 win over New Zealand at home. Despite being in a comfortable position, Sri Lanka knows that two more wins are needed to secure their spot among the top three.

On the other hand, South Africa is riding high after a perfect outing against Bangladesh and will be determined to improve their WTC standings. A series victory in this contest would not only boost their team's morale but also enhance their overall ranking.

Meanwhile, England and New Zealand are set to clash in a three-match Test series starting on November 28, with the Kiwis aiming to make a push for Lord's and increase their chances of reaching the top spot at the WTC.

In other news, Bangladesh is scheduled to visit the West Indies for a two-game Test series beginning on November 22. Both teams will be keen to secure points in this contest and improve their overall standing in the championship.

The ICC World Test Championship standings are tight, with less than 10 percent separating the top five teams, making every match crucial in the pursuit of the title. The upcoming series between Sri Lanka and South Africa is expected to be a closely contested affair, with its outcome having significant implications for both teams' WTC positions.