India have lost the first two Tests against New Zealand.
India’s WTC points percentage has dipped to 62.82 from 74.
The Rohit Sharma-led side remains at the top of the WTC standings.
They must win the remaining six Tests of the cycle to reach the final.
India will tour Australia after the third home Test against New Zealand.
India should aim for a 5-0 victory in the Border Gavaskar Trophy.
With six wins, India can register 170 points at a PCT of 74.56.
India need two victories and four draws to keep their PCT above 60.
Australia is now second in the WTC standings with a PCT of 62.50.
South Africa and Sri Lanka also look promising to reach the final.