The World Championship of Legends 2025 Teams List features six legendary cricket nations bringing back their greatest retired stars to compete in a thrilling T20 tournament. Starting from July 18, 2025, in England, the event will see power-packed games, crowd-favorite rivalries, and explosive action with 20-over matches played in iconic stadiums across the UK.
The tournament follows a round-robin format, where each team plays once against every other team. Top four teams qualify for the semi-finals, followed by the final match on August 2, 2025.
WCL 2025 Teams List and Captains
The World Championship of Legends 2025 enters its season 2 with a total of six legendary teams, just like in the 2024 edition. These teams represent cricketing powerhouses from India, Pakistan, England, Australia, South Africa, and West Indies—each led by iconic former international captains.
| Team | Captain |
|---|---|
| India Champions | Yuvraj Singh |
| Pakistan Champions | Younis Khan |
| England Champions | Eoin Morgan |
| Australia Champions | Brett Lee |
| South Africa Champions | AB de Villiers |
| West Indies Champions | Chris Gayle |
Each squad includes a mix of batters, all-rounders, wicketkeepers, and bowlers who have represented their countries at the highest level.
WCL 2025 Fixtures – Full Match List with Timings
All matches will be played in T20 format (20 overs per side) at famous stadiums across England.
| Date | Match | Venue | BST (Local) | IST (India Time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 18, Fri | England vs Pakistan Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 19, Sat | West Indies vs South Africa Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 11:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| July 19, Sat | England vs Australia Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 20, Sun | India vs Pakistan Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 22, Tue | India vs South Africa Champions | Northampton | 11:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| July 22, Tue | England vs West Indies Champions | Northampton | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 23, Wed | Australia vs West Indies Champions | Northampton | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 24, Thu | England vs South Africa Champions | Grace Road, Leicester | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 25, Fri | Pakistan vs South Africa Champions | Grace Road, Leicester | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 26, Sat | India vs Australia Champions | Headingley, Leeds | 12:30 PM | 5:00 PM |
| July 26, Sat | Pakistan vs West Indies Champions | Headingley, Leeds | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 27, Sun | South Africa vs Australia Champions | Headingley, Leeds | 12:30 PM | 5:00 PM |
| July 27, Sun | India vs England Champions | Headingley, Leeds | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 29, Tue | Australia vs Pakistan Champions | Grace Road, Leicester | 11:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| July 29, Tue | India vs West Indies Champions | Grace Road, Leicester | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| July 31, Thu | Semi-Final 1 (1st vs 4th) | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 11:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| July 31, Thu | Semi-Final 2 (2nd vs 3rd) | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| August 2, Sat | Final: Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
WCL 2025 Venues in England
Matches will be played across four historic stadiums:
- Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Northampton County Ground
- Grace Road, Leicester
- Headingley, Leeds
These stadiums offer lively pitches, energetic crowds, and ideal T20 conditions.
From Chris Gayle’s sixes to AB de Villiers’ 360-degree shots, and Brett Lee’s pace to Yuvraj Singh’s flair—the WCL 2025 is loaded with global legends. Each team brings its own flavor, history, and cricketing magic.
Read more: WCL 2025 Points Table and Match Results
The mix of power-hitting, crafty bowling, and game-changing all-rounders makes this tournament a true festival for cricket fans around the world.
The World Championship of Legends 2025 is not just about nostalgia; it’s a high-quality T20 event where cricketing icons will battle once more on the international stage.
