Which team won the first ICC World Test Championship final in 2021?

New Zealand won the first ICC World Test Championship final in 2021.

The final was played between India and New Zealand at Southampton’s Rose Bowl from 18 to 23 June 2021. Rain interruptions forced the match into its reserve sixth day, an unusual feature of the inaugural championship final.

New Zealand won by eight wickets after dismissing India for 217 and 170. Captain Kane Williamson scored an unbeaten 52 in the chase, while Ross Taylor made 47 not out. Kyle Jamieson was named Player of the Match after taking seven wickets.

This was the first World Test Championship final, so New Zealand became the inaugural Test champions. It was also New Zealand’s second major ICC title, following their 2000 Champions Trophy victory. A common mix-up is confusing this result with the 2023 final, which Australia won against India.