India's path to the 2025 World Test Championship Final remains open despite a draw against Australia. Two wins in the remaining Border-Gavaskar Trophy matches would guarantee their spot. However, various scenarios involving Australia's series against Sri Lanka and South Africa's against Pakistan could also influence India's qualification if they don't win the remaining two Tests against Aussies in BGT.
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