World Championship of Legends Live 2025

World Championship of Legends Live 2025

🏏 Tournament Highlights

• The second edition of WCL took place from July 18 to August 2, 2025, featuring six teams of former cricket legends from India, Pakistan, South Africa, Australia, England, and the West Indies. (

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Four English venues hosted the action — Edgbaston (Birmingham), Northampton, Leeds, and Leicester — showcasing iconic stadiums and enthusiastic fans. (Edgbaston)

Across a total of 17–18 T20 matches, the format comprised a league stage followed by semifinals and a final to decide the champions. (The Times of India)

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⭐ Star Cast & Captains

• Teams were led by batting and cricketing legends like Yuvraj Singh (India Champions), Mohammad Hafeez (Pakistan), Eoin Morgan (England), AB de Villiers (South Africa), Brett Lee (Australia), and Dwayne Smith (West Indies). (Business Standard)
  
  

• The tournament featured renowned names such as Chris Gayle, Suresh Raina, and Shahid Afridi among others. (wclcricket.com)
  
  

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⚡ Notable Matches & Drama

• Opening clash: Pakistan beat England by five runs at Edgbaston on July 18.
  
  

• West Indies vs South Africa match ended in a tie at Edgbaston — South Africa won the bowl‑out. (Cricbuzz)
  
  

• At Headingley, Australia Champions chased down 203 to beat India, despite Shikhar Dhawan’s 91. (Fancode)
  
  

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🎯 AB de Villiers Steals the Show

• De Villiers smashed his second century with a breathtaking 123 off 46 balls (with 15 fours and 8 sixes) in a South Africa vs Australia game on July 27 at Leeds. (The Times of India)
  
  

• In the semifinal at Edgbaston, he delivered a stunning last-ball run-out, securing a one‑run win and swiping historical redemption in a dramatic game. (The Times of India)
  
  

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❌ Controversy: India‑Pakistan Semi‑Final

• A semifinal between India Champions and Pakistan Champions was called off due to geopolitical tensions, as Indian players declined to participate. Pakistan advanced to the final by walkover. (republicworld.com)
  
  

🏆 Grand Finale

• The final match was held on August 2, 2025, at Edgbaston, Birmingham, featuring Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions. (indianexpress.com)
  
  

• Predicted squads included stars such as Shoaib Malik (captain) for Pakistan and AB de Villiers (captain) for South Africa. (indianexpress.com, Outlook India)
  

📺 Broadcast & Streaming

• FanCode held exclusive digital streaming rights in India, renewing its partnership for the 2025 event. Live coverage was also available via platforms like ESPNcricinfo. (Outlook India)
  
  

• Global viewers could follow live scores, schedule updates, videos, and highlights. (espncricinfo.com, Fancode)
  

🎉 Fan Experience

• Hailed as a nostalgic yet competitive extravaganza, the tournament revived classic rivalries while celebrating cricketing legends in full flight. Each match carried a story, each player carried a legacy. (si.com)
  

📌 Summary Table

Feature	Details
Duration	Jul 18 – Aug 2, 2025
Teams	India, Pakistan, South Africa, Australia, England, West Indies
Matches	17–18 T20 format
Venues	Birmingham, northampton, Leeds, Leicester
Highlights	AB de Villiers' centuries & match‑winning moments
Final	Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions at Edgbaston
Semi-final controversy	India withdrew vs Pakistan

The World Championship of Legends 2025 was more than just cricket—it was an emotional ride through memory lane, underlined by explosive performances and plenty of on-field thrillers. Let me know if you’d like stats, match-by-match results, or team squad lists!