South Africa Champions registered their third consecutive win of the 2025 World Champions League (WCL) with a commanding 10-wicket victory over England Champions in Match 8 at Grace Road, Leicester. Having decided to bowl first, South Africa held England to 152/6 in 20 overs through Imran Tahir (2/17), Wayne Parnell (2/36), and Chris Morris (1/32) while keeping the England batters under check despite a 39-run contribution from Phil Mustard.

In reply, the pursuit was a one-sided spectacle with AB de Villiers displaying a batting masterclass to hammer 116* off a mere 51 balls. Aided by Hashim Amla's unblemished 29 off 25, the Proteas scored 153/0 in just 12.2 overs. England bowlers had no solution to AB's rampage, giving boundaries freely as the match concluded with 46 balls still remaining.

The South Africa Champions, with this win, continued their unbeaten streak as well as their spot at the top of the league table on 6 points with an NRR of +4.304. Meanwhile, the England Champions remained winless after four games, with 1 point and an NRR of -1.431.

WCL 2025 Points Table (After Match 8):

See Also: SCL 2025: Points Table, Leading run scorers and wicket takers after BDD vs BAD match 10

Top Performers—WCL 2025

Most Runs:

• AB de Villiers (SACH) – 182 runs, Avg 182.00, SR 214.12
• Chadwick Walton (WICH)—110 runs, Avg 55.00, SR 152.78
• Phil Mustard (ENGCH) – 101 runs, Avg 33.67, SR 117.44
• Eoin Morgan (ENGCH) – 89 runs, Avg 29.67, SR 112.66
• Chris Lynn (AUSCH)—81 runs, Avg 81.00, SR 300.00

Most Wickets:

• Fidel Edwards (WICH) – 6 wickets, Avg 5.33, SR 5.00
• Aaron Phangiso (SACH) – 5 wickets, Avg 7.20, SR 8.40
• Stuart Meaker (ENGCH) – 5 wickets, Avg 17.20, SR 13.20
• Imran Tahir (SACH) – 4 wickets, Avg 10.25, SR 11.00
• Peter Siddle (AUSCH) – 4 wickets, Avg 10.50, SR 10.50

South Africa Champions delivered an all-round clinical performance to destroy England Champions by 10 wickets in Match 8 of the World Champions League 2025 at Grace Road, Leicester. Having decided to bowl first, the South Africans were tight with the ball and chased the target comfortably, courtesy of a dazzling knock by their skipper, AB de Villiers.

England Champions Innings

England Champions managed 152/6 in their 20 overs after being put in to bat. Phil Mustard was the top scorer with 39 off 33 balls, while Samit Patel (24 off 16) and Eoin Morgan (20 off 14) made brief but useful contributions. Despite the starts, no one could push on for a big score, as South Africa’s bowlers maintained control. Imran Tahir spun his way to 2/17 from four miserly overs, supported by Wayne Parnell (2/36) and Chris Morris (1/32). The total looked competitive but not imposing.

South Africa Champions Innings

Chasing 153, the South Africa Champions made a mockery of the target, romping home in just 12.2 overs without losing a wicket. AB de Villiers was in sensational form, smashing 116* off 51 balls with 15 fours and 7 sixes. Hashim Amla anchored the other end, scoring an unbeaten 29 off 25. The pair added a record 153-run unbeaten partnership and never allowed the English bowlers any breathing room. England’s attack looked clueless as South Africa sealed a dominant victory.

The emphatic victory earned South Africa their third consecutive win, remaining unbeaten and at the number one position of the WCL 2025 points table with six points. England, however, remains struggling with a single point from four matches, occupying the fifth position in the table.

See Also: WCL 2025: Points Table, Leading run scorers and wicket takers after ENGCH vs SACH match 8

England Champions vs South Africa Champions: Match Scorecard

England Champions – 152/6 (20 Overs)

South Africa Champions – 153/0 (12.2 Overs)

AB de Villiers demonstrated his power and class once again. The South African legend smashed a stunning 100 in just 41 balls against the England Champions in the World Championship of Legends 2025. In the second innings, he opened the innings with his old teammate Hashim Amla, the two chased down the 153-run target with ease in Leicester.

The pair didn’t give England any chance, putting up an unbeaten 153-run stand and winning the match with almost 8 overs left. At 41 years old, this was de Villiers’ first proper match after nearly 4 years, and fans were thrilled to see him back in full flow just like his old RCB days.

 Earlier, England Champions scored 152/6 in their 20 overs. Phil Mustard top-scored with 39, while Wayne Parnell and Imran Tahir picked up two wickets each for South Africa. It was a perfect all-round performance from the South Africa Champions and AB de Villiers stole the show.

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Twitter reactions after South Africa Champions wins 8th match of wcl 2025

Skipper AB de Villiers' scintillating knock powers South Africa Champions to a commanding win over England Champions, with 46 balls to spare. pic.twitter.com/b2PefIVHAP

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) July 24, 2025

🔥 100 in just 41 balls!
AB de Villiers turns back the clock with a masterclass 💯💥
No signs of rust — just pure destruction!
South Africa Champions 130/0 in 10.2 overs! 🔥
Chasing 153, they need just 23 more off 58 balls!#WCL #ABdeVilliers #LegendModeOn #SAChampions pic.twitter.com/6sWBFv6E2G

— Stadium Screen Stories 🎬🏏🔥💣 (@TheStdmScreen) July 24, 2025

𝐁𝐎𝐖 𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐁 𝐃𝐄 𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐑𝐒! 🫡🙏
South Africa Champions defeat England Champions by 10 wickets. 👑 pic.twitter.com/qrF81oor0j

— Sportzwiki (@sportzwiki) July 24, 2025

AB de Villiers racks up hundreds wherever he goes. 💯

Centuries in Tests, ODIs, IPL… and now WCL. 🐐#WCL2025 #SouthAfrica #ABD #Sportskeeda pic.twitter.com/4vtdDYON3F

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) July 24, 2025

He came. He saw. He 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 destroys bowlers. 🤯

AB de Villiers just reminded the world who he is. 🐐💯

Take that retirement back already! 🔥#WCL2025 #SouthAfrica #ABD #Sportskeeda pic.twitter.com/QRRaqmoqwg

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) July 24, 2025

All the crying kids got the glimpse of what we grew up watching. Kids, what you saw today, he used to do this multiplied by the magnitude of 100 pretty much every other game. This is ABD(2) pic.twitter.com/GVbUwUa23n

— Gaurav (@Melbourne__82) July 24, 2025

41-year-old 🤝 41-ball century #WCL2025 #ABD #ABDeVilliers pic.twitter.com/fviC9HK8Tl

— FanCode (@FanCode) July 24, 2025

Retired ABD Peak Dhobi pic.twitter.com/aUKV1XYsUH

— 𝐊𝐨𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭!𝟎𝐧_👑🚩 (@BholisSoul_18) July 24, 2025

Years changed, but ABD didn't 😭❤️ pic.twitter.com/FbBNZAFWYu

— Naman🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 (@149inEdgbaston) July 24, 2025

EDC vs SAC Match Preview

The eighth World Championship of Legends 2025 match will be played tomorrow evening in Leicester, with England's champions facing South Africa's champions. England has only one point from three games and ranks fifth in the table. South Africa has won both of their matches and leads the standings by four points. Based on recent performance, South Africa appears to have the advantage in this one.

EDC vs SAC Match Details 

England Champions vs South Africa Champions – 08th Match, World Championship of Legends 2025

Venue: Grace Rd, Northern Ireland

Date & Time: 24th June 2025 at 09:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

EDC vs SAC Venue Stats

EDC vs SAC Pitch Report

The batting situations will be favorable, as seen in previous games. The ball falls onto the bat nicely, and the team batting first would need to give up at least 180 runs.

EDC vs SAC Weather Report

The skies would be cloudy, and rain may fall during the game.  

EDC vs SAC Last Five Matches

EDC vs SAC Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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EDC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

England Champions Probable Playing XIs

South Africa Champions Probable Playing XIs

Hashim Amla, Morne van Wyk (wk), AB de Villiers (c), JJ Smuts, Sarel Erwee, Jean-Paul Duminy, Jacques Rudolph, Wayne Parnell, Hardus Viljoen, Duanne Olivier/ Imran Tahir, Aaron Phangiso

Topmost Picks for EDC vs SAC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – England Champions

• Eoin Morgan – Captain Eoin Morgan has been the most consistent with the bat, putting up 69 runs in three innings with a strike rate of 106.15.
• Stuart Meaker–  Stuart Meaker has stood out, taking five wickets in two games and keeping things tight with an economy of 6.12.

Top Picks – South Africa Champions

• AB de Villiers – AB de Villiers has been outstanding with the bat, scoring 64 runs in his two innings with a strike rate of 188.23.
• Aaron Phangiso –  Aaron Phangiso has taken five wickets in two games, keeping things tight with an economy rate of 5.14.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for EDC vs SAC Dream11 Team:

Tim Ambrose, Eoin Morgan, Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers(C), Jean-Paul Duminy, Samit Patel, Moeen Ali(VC), Stuart Meaker, Wayne Parnell, Liam Plunkett, Hardus Viljoen

World Championship Legends 2025 EDC vs SAC Match Captain and Vice Captain choice for GL:

Captain – AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla

Vice-captain – Moeen Ali, Eoin Morgan

EDC vs SAC Probable Winners:

England Champions have yet to overcome their challenges in the World Championship of Legends, winning only one of seven completed matches across both tournaments. With a home edge and a poor start, they must find solutions quickly. South Africa's champions appear more balanced right now, and they have momentum after two consecutive wins. Unless England's bowlers accomplish something special, South Africa should win this one. Considering the team combination, South Africa Champions is expected to win this match.