Test cricket is the only format where teams get as many as 4 chances to turn the tables on their opponents. But winning a Test match requires a lot of dedication and courage from each of the players.
And if a team has such players in their ranks, then no one can stop them from conquering this tough format. A few teams have established their dominance in the Test format, having won matches after matches in a particular year.
In this article, we’ll look at the top ten instances of teams with the most Test wins in a calendar year.
Most Test Wins in a Calendar Year by Teams
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Win % | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Indies | 15 | 11 | 73.33 | 1984 |
| England | 13 | 11 | 84.61 | 2004 |
| South Africa | 15 | 11 | 73.33 | 2008 |
| Australia | 11 | 10 | 90.90 | 2002 |
| Australia | 14 | 10 | 71.42 | 2004 |
| Australia | 10 | 10 | 100.00 | 2006 |
| Australia | 14 | 9 | 64.28 | 1999 |
| Australia | 15 | 9 | 60.00 | 2005 |
| England | 14 | 9 | 64.28 | 2010 |
| India | 12 | 9 | 75.00 | 2016 |
Key Insights
11: 3 teams — the West Indies, England, and South Africa — hold the t record for winning the most Test matches in a calendar year. All 3 teams have won 11 matches each.
