The West Indies Champions are all set to light up the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, which starts from July 18 in England. Known for their six-hitting style, bold celebrations, and passion for the game, the Caribbean legends will bring energy, fun, and fierce competition to the tournament.
Led by the Universe Boss – Chris Gayle, the team features top T20 stars like Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, and Lendl Simmons.
The tournament follows a round-robin format, where each of the six teams – India, Pakistan, West Indies, South Africa, Australia, and England – will play once against the others.
Top 4 teams will qualify for the semi-finals, and the final match is on August 2, 2025.
All matches are in T20 format (20 overs per side).
West Indies Champions Squad WCL 2025
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Chris Gayle (All-rounder – Bat/Off Spin) |
| Batters | Lendl Simmons, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, William Perkins |
| All-rounders | Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Dwayne Smith, Ashley Nurse, Dave Mohammed |
| Wicketkeepers | Chadwick Walton, William Perkins |
| Bowlers | Sheldon Cottrell, Shannon Gabriel, Fidel Edwards, Sulieman Benn, Nikita Miller |
This squad combines explosive power-hitting, fast bowling fire, and experienced spinners—perfect for T20 battles.
WCL 2025 West Indies Champions Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time (BST) | India Time (IST) | West Indies Time (AST) | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 19, Sat | West Indies vs South Africa Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 11:30 AM | 5:00 PM | 6:30 AM | Match tied |
| July 22, Tue | West Indies vs England Champions | Northampton | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:30 AM | WI Champs won by 10 runs |
| July 23, Wed | West Indies vs Australia Champions | Northampton | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:30 AM | AUS Champs won by 8 wickets |
| July 26, Sat | West Indies vs Pakistan Champions | Headingley, Leeds | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:30 AM | PAK Champs won by 49 runs |
| July 29, Tue | West Indies vs India Champions | Grace Road, Leicester | 3:30 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:30 AM | IND Champs won by 5 wickets |
These matches will be broadcast live in India on Star Sports and streamed on FanCode. Caribbean fans can follow the live action with timing adjusted to Atlantic Standard Time (AST).
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Venues for West Indies Champions Matches
West Indies will play across four English venues:
- Edgbaston, Birmingham – vs South Africa
- Northampton County Ground – vs England & Australia
- Headingley, Leeds – vs Pakistan
- Grace Road, Leicester – vs India
These iconic grounds are known for exciting finishes and fan-filled atmospheres—ideal for Caribbean cricket flair.
Caribbean Firepower Returns to WCL 2025
The West Indies Champions bring a lineup of cricket entertainers. From Gayle’s sixes, Bravo’s dance-filled celebrations, to Pollard’s clutch hitting, fans can expect non-stop thrills. Their bowling lineup, with Cottrell, Fidel Edwards, and spinners like Nikita Miller, adds variety and threat.
This team plays with the swagger and joy of West Indies cricket, but underneath that is a strong winning instinct.
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With a balanced team of legends and match-winners, the West Indies Champions aim to dance their way to the top of the points table. If they fire in sync, they are definite contenders to lift the WCL 2025 trophy.
Watch out for fireworks – because when the Caribbean kings take the field, entertainment is guaranteed.
