The West Indies Champions will take on the South Africa Champions in Match No. 2 of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, scheduled for Saturday, July 19, at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
West Indies Champions, who reached the semi-finals in the previous edition before losing to Pakistan Champions, will look to build on their strong performance. With stalwarts like Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, and Dwayne Smith in their squads, the team is expected to bring flair to the field.
On the other hand, South Africa Champions finished fifth last time and will be eager to improve their standing and make it to the knockout stages. They will be led by the legendary AB de Villiers and the squad also features notable names such as Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, and Albie Morkel.
WI Champions vs SA Champions Match Details
| Match | West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions, Match 2, WCL 2025 |
| Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Date & Time (IST) | Saturday, July 19, 5:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Star Sports Network, FanCode (app & website) |
Pitch Report
The pitch at Edgbaston, Birmingham is known to offer good assistance for the batters. Early on, seamers might find some movement off the fresh surface. However, as the game progresses, spinners tend to come into play and find better grip and turn. Batters who spend time at the crease and the surface allows for free-flowing strokeplay once settled.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 01 |
| WIC Won | 01 |
| SAC Won | 00 |
| No Result | 00 |
| Only Fixture | July 7, 2024 |
Predicted Playing 11
West Indies Champions:
Chris Gayle (c), Dwayne Smith, Lendl Simmons, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Chadwick Walton (wk), Sheldon Cottrell, Shannon Gabriel, Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards
South Africa Champions:
Hashim Amla, Richard Levi, AB de Villiers (c), Jean-Paul Duminy, Dane Vilas (wk), Albie Morkel, Chris Morris, Wayne Parnell, Aaron Phangiso, Hardus Viljoen, Duanne Olivier
Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Dwayne Smith
The hard-hitting opener Dwayne Smith could play a pivotal role in the opening clash for the West Indies Champions. A consistent performer in the previous edition, Smith scored 202 runs in six innings during the WCL 2024. He is known for his aggressive stroke play at the top, and will look to carry that momentum into the 2025 season.
Probable Best Bowler: Wayne Parnell
The left-arm pacer Wayne Parnell could be a crucial asset for South Africa Champions in this encounter. With vast experience from participating in various T20 leagues around the world, Parnell brings skill and composure to the bowling attack. His ability to extract pace and bounce could prove vital on the Edgbaston surface.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
Scenario 1
- West Indies Champions win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 45-55
- SAC: 155-165
- West Indies Champions win the match
Scenario 2
- South Africa Champions win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 40-50
- WIC: 145-150
- South Africa Champions win the match
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