The highly anticipated World Championship of Legends 2025 is set for its grand finale, with Pakistan Champions taking on South Africa Champions at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
The Grand Finale Approaches
Cricket fans are buzzing as the World Championship of Legends 2025 reaches its climax. The stage is set for a thrilling final match between two of the tournament’s most dominant teams: Pakistan Champions and South Africa Champions.
This championship decider promises an exciting showdown, bringing together cricket legends who have showcased incredible form throughout the series.
Pakistan’s Unbeaten Path
Pakistan Champions have enjoyed a phenomenal journey to the final, maintaining an unbeaten streak throughout the league stage. Their consistent performance saw them top the standings, securing a direct spot in the semifinals.
Their semifinal clash was scheduled against India Champions. However, the match was unfortunately called off after protests from several Indian players. This marked the second instance of an India vs. Pakistan match being abandoned in the tournament, leading to Pakistan progressing to the final via a walkover.
South Africa’s Dominant Run
Equally impressive, the South Africa Champions have been in stellar form, making them formidable opponents. Leading their charge is the legendary AB de Villiers, who has been nothing short of sensational, smashing two quickfire centuries in the tournament.
South Africa Champions booked their place in the final after a nail-biting semifinal encounter against Australia Champions, which they won by just one run in a last-ball thriller.
When and Where to Catch the Action
Mark your calendars! The WCL 2025 final between Pakistan Champions and South Africa Champions is scheduled for Saturday, August 2.
The high-stakes match will be played at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, a fitting venue for such a grand event. The game is set to commence at 9 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
How to Watch Live in India
For fans in India, there are multiple ways to catch all the live action. The WCL 2025 final will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
If you prefer live streaming, the match will be available on the FanCode app and website, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of this exciting championship clash.
Possible Line-ups for the Clash
Both teams are expected to field their strongest sides for the final. Here’s a look at the predicted playing XIs:
Pakistan Champions: Sharjeel Khan, Kamran Akmal (wk), Fawad Alam, Umar Amin, Asif Ali, Shoaib Malik (c), Imad Wasim, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir, Saeed Ajmal.
South Africa Champions: AB de Villiers (c), JJ Smuts, Jacques Rudolph, Sarel Erwee, Jean-Paul Duminy, Henry Davids, Morne van Wyk (wk), Wayne Parnell, Hardus Viljoen, Aaron Phangiso, Duanne Olivier.
Full Squads
Here are the complete squads for both finalists:
Pakistan Champions Squad: Sharjeel Khan, Kamran Akmal (wk), Fawad Alam, Umar Amin, Asif Ali, Shoaib Malik (c), Imad Wasim, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir, Saeed Ajmal, Sohaib Maqsood, Mohammad Hafeez, Wahab Riaz, Rumman Raees, Shahid Afridi, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Misbah-ul-Haq, Younis Khan, Abdul Razzaq.
South Africa Champions Squad: Richard Levi, AB de Villiers(c), Hashim Amla, Jean-Paul Duminy, JJ Smuts, Albie Morkel, Dane Vilas(w), Wayne Parnell, Chris Morris, Hardus Viljoen, Imran Tahir, Morne van Wyk, Aaron Phangiso, Duanne Olivier, Sarel Erwee.
- Pakistan Champions enter the final unbeaten, reaching it via a walkover after their semifinal against India Champions was called off.
- South Africa Champions, led by the in-form AB de Villiers, won a thrilling semifinal against Australia by just one run.
- The final is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, starting at 9 PM IST.
- Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports Network or stream it on the FanCode app and website.
With both teams boasting strong line-ups and impressive form, this final is set to be a memorable encounter for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
