The craze for the fastest cricket is undeniable. Watching the retired international cricketers again on screen is like time travel to the era of legendary cricketers. As the long-awaited second edition of World Championship of Legends (WCL) Cricket is starting on 18 July 2025, 18 cricket fixtures will bring star players like Brett Lee, AB de Villiers, Yuvraj Singh, and Chris Gayle on the field and pitch. Passion-driven T20 encounters will be memorable because more iconic cricketers, including rising talents, will participate in WCL Cricket 2025, representing six countries: India, England, Australia, South Africa, West Indies, and Pakistan.
Reliving the old days of cricket is expected as WCL Cricket composes nostalgia around famous retired cricketers, high-voltage cricket matches, and lively fans. As the stunning first edition concluded in 2024, cricket lovers are full of energy to welcome the latest season.
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the governing body hosting T20 matches. The blend of emotion and action will continue till 2 August 2025, from one-on-one encounters to knockouts leading to the final. Let’s go through all the updates you need to catch up on about WCL Cricket 2025, including schedule, teams, captains, and venue.
World Championship Legends Cricket 2024 Highlights
| Year | Winner | Against | Win Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | India Champions | Pakistan Champions | 5 Wickets |
India Champions lifted the trophy after beating Pakistan Champions by a narrow margin of 5 wickets at Edgbaston Stadium. Shoaib Malik from Pakistan Champions wrapped up his performance with the highest 245 runs in WCL Cricket 2024, besides notable performances by Yusuf Pathan and Yuvraj Singh. Another Indian star batter, Robin Uthappa, was a notable run-scorer who smashed 225 runs.
In terms of top wicket-takers, a fast bowler, Nathan Coulter-Nile, who represents Australia Champions, took the highest 9 wickets. Besides, Pakistani pacer Wahab Riaz also managed to take 9 wickets, while Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh restricted eight players.
AB de Villiers in South Africa Champions Team in WCL 2025
In this season, South African 360-degree batter AB de Villiers will be back on the pitch, fueling eagerness among cricket fans as he will be seen on the crease after four long years. He is popular among fans as he plays with a mix of vigor, versatility, and innovation, reminding everyone that age is just a number. His explosive performances have also been consistent during IPL matches while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). As a captain at the age of 40, his comeback will be enlightening for fans and a strong pillar of support for his teammates, including other star players such as Imran Tahir, Hashim Amla, and JP Duminy. The magical time is not far away when all these cricketers will add to the cricketing powerhouse.
WCL 2025 Cricket Schedule
The WCL Cricket 2025 will kick off on 18 July 2025 with the first match in which England Champions will take on Pakistan Champions. The Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham will host this match, which is the main venue. One of the sensational clashes, India Champions vs Pakistan Champions, will go live on 20 July 2025. The rival teams will compete in league matches till 29 July 2025. Here is the entire schedule for the league matches of WCL Cricket 2025.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| England Champions vs Pakistan Champions | 18 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions | 19 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| England Champions vs Australia Champions | 19 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| India Champions vs Pakistan Champions | 20 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| England Champions vs West Indies Champions | 22 July, 2025 | The County Ground, Northampton |
| India Champions vs South Africa Champions | 22 July, 2025 | The County Ground, Northampton |
| Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions | 23 July, 2025 | The County Ground, Northampton |
| England Champions vs South Africa Champions | 24 July, 2025 | Grace Road, Leicester |
| Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions | 25 July, 2025 | Grace Road, Leicester |
| India Champions vs Australia Champions | 26 July, 2025 | Headingley, Leeds |
| Pakistan Champions vs West Indies Champions | 26 July, 2025 | Headingley, Leeds |
| South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions | 27 July, 2025 | Headingley, Leeds |
| India Champions vs England Champions | 27 July, 2025 | Headingley, Leeds |
| Australia Champions vs Pakistan Champions | 29 July, 2025 | Grace Road, Leicester |
| India Champions vs West Indies Champions | 29 July, 2025 | Grace Road, Leicester |
Knockout Matches in WCL 2025 Cricket
The final match of WCL Cricket 2025 will be live on 2 August 2025 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The winners of semi-final 1 and semi-final 2 will face each other in the final.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 (SF1 vs SF4) | 31 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Semi-Final 2 (SF2 vs SF3) | 31 July, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Final | 2 August, 2025 | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
WCL 2025 Cricket Venues
England boasts a rich cricket history. Being known as the inventor and home of cricket, there are a lot of incredible cricket grounds in England. The cricket fixtures will be played at the following stadiums across Birmingham, Northampton, Leicester, and Leeds.
| S.No. | Stadium | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Edgbaston | Birmingham |
| 2. | The Country Ground | Northampton |
| 3. | Grace Road | Leicester |
| 4. | Headingley | Leeds |
WCL 2025 Captains and Teams
Six teams are gearing up to compete in WCL 2025 Cricket. Captained by Yuvraj Singh, a passionate left-handed batter Shikhar Dhawan has been signed in India Champions to do what he is best at. It is expected that most of the players who participated in WCL Cricket 2024 will be featured in the second edition.
| Captain | Team |
|---|---|
| Yuvraj Singh | India Champions |
| Brett Lee | Australia Champions |
| Younis Khan | Pakistan Champions |
| Kevin Pietersen | England Champions |
| Darren Sammy | West Indies Champions |
| AB de Villiers | South Africa Champions |
WCL 2025 – Squads
India Legends squad: Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Varun Aaron, Vinay Kumar, Abhimanyu Mithun, Siddarth Kaul, Gurkeerat Mann.
Australia Legends squad: Brett Lee, Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, Moises Henriques, Ben Cutting, D’Arcy Short, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Peter Siddle, Callum Ferguson, Dan Christian, Ben Dunk, Steve O’Keefe, Rob Quiney, John Hastings.
South Africa Legends squad: AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, Albie Morkel, JP Duminy, Imran Tahir, Wayne Parnell, JJ Smuts, Hardus Viljoen, Richard Levi, Dane Vilas, Sarel Erwee, Duanne Olivier, Morne van Wyk, Aaron Phangiso.
West Indies Legends squad: Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Smith, Sheldon Cottrell, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Chadwick Walton, Shannon Gabriel, Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards, William Perkins, Suliemann Benn, Dave Mohammed, Nikita Miller.
England Legends squad: Eoin Morgan, Moeen Ali, Alastair Cook, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel, Liam Plunkett, Chris Tremlett, Ajmal Shahzad, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Phil Mustard, Tim Ambrose, Ryan Sidebottom, Stuart Meaker, Usman Afzaal.
World Championship of Legends 2025 – Live Streaming
| Live Streaming | FanCode App and Website |
| Live Telecast | Star Sports 1 Hindi & the Star Sports 1 |
The WCL 2025 live matches will be available to watch on FanCode app and official website, serving as a medium for live streaming. The Star Sports 1 Hindi and the Star Sports 1 will also display the live matches.
The inception of the WCL Cricket 2025 is going to be memorable as star players continue to win the hearts of fans with their perseverance, skills, and passion. The longing to watch exciting matches as an old cricket fan or emerging cricket expert will be fulfilled on a digital streaming platform, FanCode, which telecasted WCL 2024 as well. After being rated as the second most-viewed cricket tournament, a similar spark is expected in the second edition too. Bollywood Actor, Ajay Devgan, who is a WCL co-owner, mentioned that WCL Cricket 2025 will break records of viewership around the world.
India Champions will enter the field to defend the first title, while other teams are also full of flawless and legendary talents. The unique combination of nostalgia and thrill will set you up for high-octane T20 matches you should not miss out on.
