Cricket legends from across the globe are set to compete in the World Championship of Legends 2025, scheduled from July 18 to August 2 across four venues in England. The tournament will feature six teams comprising retired cricket stars from India, Pakistan, South Africa, England, Australia, and West Indies, competing in 18 matches to determine the champion of this prestigious event.
World Championship of Legends 2025: Venues
The tournament will be hosted at four major English venues – Edgbaston in Birmingham, Headingley in Leeds, County Ground in Northampton, and Grace Road in Leicester. Edgbaston will serve as the primary venue, hosting the opening match between England Champions and Pakistan Champions, both semifinals, and the final.
World Championship of Legends 2025: Teams
India Champions enter the tournament as defending champions, having secured victory against Pakistan Champions in the previous year’s final. The Indian squad will be led by Yuvraj Singh and includes former stars like Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Harbhajan Singh, and Mohammad Kaif.India Champions: 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 Maan.Pakistan Champions bring together experienced players under their roster, with notable names including Younis Khan, Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, and Mohammad Amir. The team combines a mix of batting prowess and bowling expertise.Pakistan Champions: Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Sarfraz Ahmed, Sharjeel Khan, Wahab Riaz, Asif Ali, Shahid Afridi, Kamran Akmal, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir.Australia Champions, captained by Brett Lee, features a strong pace bowling contingent and middle-order batting strength. The squad includes accomplished players like George Bailey, James Faulkner, Brad Haddin, and David Hussey.Australia Champions: 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.England Champions, under Eoin Morgan’s leadership, brings together a balanced combination of power hitters and versatile bowlers. The team includes Graeme Swann, Jonathan Trott, Ian Bell, and Ravi Bopara among others.England Champions: 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.South Africa Champions will be led by AB de Villiers, featuring a dynamic lineup including Dale Steyn, Herschelle Gibbs, and Imran Tahir. The team presents a balanced mix of pace, spin, and aggressive batting capabilities.South Africa Champions: AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, Albie Morkel, JP Duminy, Imran Tahir, Wayne Parnell, JJ Smuts, Hardus Viljoen, Richard Levi, Dane Vilas, SJ Erwee, Duanne Olivier, Morne van Wyk, Aaron Phangiso.West Indies Champions, captained by Darren Sammy, includes renowned players like Chris Gayle, Dwayne Bravo, and Marlon Samuels, known for their distinctive Caribbean flair and powerful hitting abilities.West Indies Champions: Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Smith, Sheldon Cottrell, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Chadwick Walton, Shannon Gabriel, Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards, William Perkins, Sulieman Benn, Dave Mohammed, Nikita Miller.
World Championship of Legends 2025: Format
The tournament format will see these six teams competing across the four venues, leading up to the semifinals and final at Edgbaston. This structure mirrors the successful format implemented in the 2024 edition.
World Championship of Legends 2025: Fixtures
Friday, 18 July 2025Match 1 – England Champions vs Pakistan ChampionsEdgbaston, BirminghamSaturday, 19 July 2025Match 2 – West Indies Champions vs South Africa ChampionsMatch 3 – England Champions vs Australia ChampionsEdgbaston, BirminghamSunday, 20 July 2025Match 4 – India Champions vs Pakistan ChampionsEdgbaston, BirminghamTuesday, 22 July 2025Match 5 – India Champions vs South Africa ChampionsMatch 6 – England Champions vs West Indies ChampionsCounty Ground, NorthamptonWednesday, 23 July 2025Match 7 – Australia Champions vs West Indies ChampionsCounty Ground, NorthamptonThursday, 24 July 2025Match 8 – England Champions vs South Africa ChampionsGrace Road, LeicesterFriday, 25 July 2025Match 9 – Pakistan Champions vs South Africa ChampionsGrace Road, LeicesterSaturday, 26 July 2025Match 10 – India Champions vs Australia ChampionsMatch 11 – Pakistan Champions vs West Indies ChampionsHeadingley, LeedsSunday, 27 July 2025Match 12 – South Africa Champions vs Australia ChampionsMatch 13 – India Champions vs England ChampionsTuesday, 29 July 2025Match 14 – Australia Champions vs Pakistan ChampionsMatch 15 – India Champions vs West Indies ChampionsThursday, 31 July 2025Match 16 (1st Semi Final) – TBA vs TBAMatch 17 (2nd Semi Final) – TBA vs TBASaturday, 2 August 2025Match 18 (Final) – Winner of 1st Semi Final vs Winner of 2nd Semi Final
World Championship of Legends 2025: Live Streaming
Cricket enthusiasts in India can follow the tournament through live broadcasts on the Star Sports Network. Additionally, live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website, ensuring comprehensive coverage for fans.
