South Africa Champions shows excellent form in this tournament, winning four out of their five matches and currently hold the second position in the points table with eight points. On the other hand, Australia Champions have secured two victories and currently hold the third position in the points table.

In their last head-to-head match, South Africa Champions defeated Australia Champions by 95 runs. Batting first, they managed to post a total of 241 runs in 20 overs. Captain Ab de Villiers was the standout performer for South Africa Champions, smashed 123 runs off just 46 balls. 

SAC vs AAC Match Details

Date: July 31st, 2025

Time: 9:00 PM IST

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

SAC vs AAC Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters SAC vs AAC

• Ab de Villiers (SAC) - 305 runs in this tournament 

• JJ Smuts (SAC) - 129 runs in this tournament

• Chris Lynn (AAC) - 112 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler SAC vs AAC

• Aaron Phangiso (SAC) - 9 wickets in this tournament 

• Imran Tahir (SAC) - 7 wickets in this tournament

• Peter Siddle (AAC) - 7 wickets in this tournament

SAC vs AAC Recent Performance

SAC vs AAC Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If AAC bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AAC is expected to score 170-180 runs

• Result prediction- SAC will win the match by 6 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If SAC bats first

• First Innings score prediction- SAC is expected to score 200-220 runs.

• Result prediction- SAC will win the match by 40-60 Runs

SAC vs AAC Predicted Playing XI

South Africa Champions (WIC) Playing XI 

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

Australia Champions (IAC) Playing XI

Brett Lee (c), Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, D Arcy Short, Ben Dunk (wk), Callum Ferguson, Daniel Christian, Ben Cutting, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Steve O'Keefe, Peter Siddle.

SAC vs AAC Complete Squad

South Africa Champions -

Hashim Amla, Henry Davids, JJ Smuts, Sarel Erwee, Jean-Paul Duminy, Morne van Wyk (wk), Chris Morris, Wayne Parnell, Aaron Phangiso, Hardus Viljoen, Duanne Olivier, AB de Villiers (c), Dane Vilas, Imran Tahir, Richard Levi, Albie Morkel, Jacques Rudolph

Australia Champions -

John Hastings, Daniel Christian, Ben Cutting, Brad Haddin(WK), Tim Paine(WK), Ben Dunk(WK), Shaun Marsh, Callum Ferguson, Aaron Finch, Brett Lee(C), Peter Siddle, Dirk Nannes, Xavier Doherty, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Moises Henriques, D'Arcy Short, Chris Lynn, Rob Quiney, Steve O'Keefe

SAC vs AAC Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

South Africa Champions To win

We predict that South Africa Champions will be winning this WCL 2025 match. The likes of Harbhajan Singh, Yusuf Pathan and Shikhar Dhawan will be key players to watch out for.

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

The West Indies Champions will face off against the South Africa Champions as both teams aim to get off to a strong start. The West Indies made it to the semifinal last season, and the team will look to draw inspiration from their performances. 

South Africa has made several changes to the team this year and shall look to get the best out of their players.

WIC vs SAC Match Details

Date: July 19th, 2025

Time: 5:00 PM IST

Venue: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham

Live Streaming: Fancode  

WIC vs SAC Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters WIC vs SAC

• L Simmons (WIC) - 257 runs in this tournament (Last 5 T20)

H Amla (SAC) - 200 runs in this tournament

• D Smith (WIC) - 178 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler WIC vs SAC

• H Viljoen (SAC) - 10 wickets in this tournament 

• A Nurse (WIC) - 6 wickets in this tournament

• W Parnell (SAC) - 4 wickets in this tournament

WIC vs SAC Recent Performance

WIC vs SAC Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If WIC bats first

• First Innings score prediction- WIC is expected to score 155-165 runs

• Result prediction- SAC will win the match by 3 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If SAC bats first

• First Innings score prediction- SAC is expected to score 175-180 runs.

• Result prediction- SAC will win the match by 15-20 Runs

WIC vs SAC Predicted Playing XI

West Indies Champions (WIC) Playing XI 

Chris Gayle (c), Chadwick Walton (wk), Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards, Lendl Simmons, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Sheldon Cottrell, Sulieman Benn, Dave Mohammad, Dwayne Smith.

South Africa Champions (SAC) Playing XI

AB de Villiers (c), Sarel Erwee, Richard Levi (wk), Duanne Olivier, Dane Vilas, Hashim Amla, Jean-Paul Duminy, Aaron Phangiso, Wayne Parnell, Albie Morkel, Chris Morris

WIC vs SAC Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

South Africa Champions To win

We predict that South Africa Champions will be winning this WCL 2025 match. The likes of AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla and Jean-Paul Duminy will be key players to watch out for.

Wiaan Mulder scripted history in Test cricket. He became only the second South African batsman to score a triple century in the longest format of the game. With his triple ton, Mulder joins the elite club for their hundred holders with the former Hashim Amla. Before Mulder, the former international Amla was the sole batsman for South Africa to register a three hundred run-knock in the Whites.

Wiaan created the record during the ongoing 2nd Test of the two-match series against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. He has been leading the team in the series as their regular skipper, Temba Bavuma, was knocked out of the series due to injury. During the development of this article, Mulder is still going strong enough.

Currently, he is batting on 362* off 329 balls, maintaining a strike rate over 100, and South Africa, after playing 110 overs in the first innings, got 610 runs on the scoreboard in exchange for only 5 losses. The champion of the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC 2025) already is leading the series 1-0. 

3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣and counting 🔥

Wiaan Mulder becomes the second triple centurion from South Africa 👏

📸: @ProteasMenCSA | #ZIMvSA 📝: https://t.co/th3yftS3We pic.twitter.com/59lE331rI4

— ICC (@ICC) July 7, 2025

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Hashim Amla's 300

Hashim Amla bagged his triple ton during a Test match against England back in 2012 at The Oval. In reply to England's 385, SA claimed a mountain-like total, 637 for 2, and then declared their innings. Amla was then at the top of his form, scoring an unbeaten 311 runs against 529 deliveries. His innings was decorated with thirty-five 4s.

South Africa won that match with absolute comfort. England in the second innings attracted only 240, and SA won the match by an innings and 12 runs. Hashim Amla was elected as the best player of the game. 

The England & Wales Cricket Board-licensed World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 will be held between July 18 and August 2 in the UK with some of the all-time greats in the game. Some of the most looked-forward-to teams in the competition are the South Africa Champions, led by cricket legends AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, and Chris Morris. The team guarantees to bring a compelling exhibition of South African zest, might, and cricketing accuracy.

Speaking on his return, AB de Villiers said, “There’s nothing like playing for South Africa. Being back with this group of legends, in front of fans who’ve always supported us, is truly special. WCL is a celebration of cricket’s spirit—and we’re here not just to participate, but to compete and ultimately to win.” His sentiment echoes the team’s hunger and pride in wearing national colors once more, this time on the legends stage.

Amandeep Singh, founder of Game Changers and owner of South Africa Champions, added, “This squad is crafted to ignite passion and inspire fans worldwide. Legends like AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, Wayne Parnell, and JP Duminy carry a legacy that echoes across generations. We are truly honored to have them lead our campaign in WCL 2025, and we are confident the South Africa Champions will set the tournament ablaze.” His vision for the team highlights the blend of legacy and competitive intent that defines this unit.

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South Africa Champions Squad—WCL 2025

The South Africa Champions 2025 WCL team consists of: AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, JP Duminy, Albie Morkel, Wayne Parnell, Imran Tahir, JJ Smuts, Richard Levi, Dane Vilas, SJ Erwee, Duanne Olivier, Morne van Wyk, Hardus Viljoen, and Aaron Phangiso.

🚨 AB DE VILLIERS IS BACK 🚨

- AB De Villiers is back with South African team, he will play in the WCL 2025 starting on July 18 to August 2nd in UK 🐐 pic.twitter.com/fkkytCRCik

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 25, 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the newest members of the Hall of Fame, announcing seven legendary cricketers from past and current generations and formats. ICC Chair Jay Shah welcomed the new members to the Hall of Fame at a special ceremony in London, which was held at the iconic Abbey Road Studios.

ICC Chair Jay Shah welcomed the new inductees, saying, "Through the ICC Hall of Fame, we pay tribute to the finest players the game has seen, individuals whose remarkable careers have shaped cricket's legacy and inspired generations," Shah said.

“This year, we are privileged to induct seven truly outstanding individuals into this prestigious group. On behalf of the ICC, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of them and hope they cherish this well-deserved recognition as a defining moment in their cricketing journey.”

The seven inductees are:

Matthew Hayden

A dominant figure in world cricket, Hayden played 103 Tests and scored 8,625 runs at an average of 50.73. He also featured in 161 ODIs, amassing 6,133 runs at an average of 43.80, and added 308 runs from nine T20Is.

Matthew Hayden was a dominant opening batsman who consistently beat the world's best bowlers. With 30 Test centuries and a greater than 50 average, his supremacy in red-ball cricket was evident. Just as devastating in ODIs, Hayden topped the run charts in the 2007 ICC World Cup with three hundreds. His contributions saw Australia win two World Cups in a golden period. After retirement, he became widely respected as a cricket commentator. His ICC Hall of Fame induction is a testament to his monumental contribution to the game.

"The ICC Hall of Fame includes many of my heroes of yesteryear as well as contemporaries whom I admired and enjoyed competing against," he said.

"Each of these players gave something to the game in their own way. It is incredible to be recognized along with them."

Hashim Amla

One of South Africa's most elegant and consistent batters, Amla accumulated 9,282 runs in 124 Tests and 8,113 in 181 ODIs, while maintaining an impressive 49.46 average in ODIs.

Hashim Amla exemplified elegance and reliability at the crease for South Africa. His beautiful cover drives and wristy flicks off the leg side were hallmarks of a productive career. He became the first South African to achieve a triple hundred in Tests and concluded with 55 overseas tons. Amla's consistency assisted South Africa in reaching the No. 1 Test ranking while he was on the side. He was just as impressive in ODIs, scoring freely in all conditions. His induction recognizes a player who added class and composure to all forms.

"It is an honor to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, especially alongside Graeme," Amla said.

"The Hall of Fame includes some of the most celebrated players in the history of cricket, all of whom have big achievements. Such recognition feels surreal, and I am really thankful."

MS Dhoni

India’s most successful white-ball captain, Dhoni played 90 Tests, 350 ODIs, and 98 T20Is, scoring over 17,000 international runs and effecting over 800 dismissals.

MS Dhoni’s cricket journey is defined by iconic finishes, tactical brilliance, and historic triumphs. He led India to three ICC titles: the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, and 2013 Champions Trophy. Known for his finishing abilities and calm demeanor, Dhoni mastered white-ball cricket with unmatched precision. His innovation behind the stumps set a new benchmark for wicketkeeping. From humble small-town roots to international fame, his legacy endures through generations. The ICC Hall of Fame now honors one of India's all-time great cricketers.

"It is an honor to be named in the ICC Hall of Fame, which recognizes the contributions of cricketers across generations and from all over the world," he said.

 "To have your name remembered alongside such all-time greats is a wonderful feeling. It is something that I will cherish forever."

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Graeme Smith

Smith led South Africa with grit, scoring 9,265 runs in 117 Tests and nearly 7,000 in ODIs. He is remembered as a strong captain and a dependable top-order batter.

Graeme Smith was a dashing and forceful opening batsman who accepted leadership at the age of 22. He led South Africa in a golden period, with authority as well as sustained batting performances. Smith played key roles in big wins and series victories across the world. His resilient frame of mind and capacity for motivating teammates ensured him a position as one of the best leaders in the contemporary game. He struck well in excess of a hundred despite captaincy pressures, creating a lasting legacy. The Hall of Fame acknowledges his twin excellence as player and captain.

"It feels amazing to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame alongside some legendary cricketers, all of whom have made significant contributions to the game in their own way," he said.

"This is also a proud moment for South Africa, as two of us have gotten recognition this year."

Daniel Vettori

The former New Zealand captain played 113 Tests and picked up 362 wickets while scoring 4,531 runs. He also claimed 305 wickets in ODIs and 38 in T20Is.

Daniel Vettori added astute left-arm spin to composed captaincy and solid lower-order batting. He is still one of only a handful to reach the double of 4,000 runs and 300 Test wickets. As captain, he led New Zealand to famous landmarks such as a Champions Trophy final appearance. Vettori was a thinking cricketer at all times, beating batters with flight and variation. He still remains involved in the game even after retirement as a coach. His ICC Hall of Fame induction recognizes both his ability and cricketing awareness.

"Looking at the past inductees of the ICC Hall of Fame, one can see the outstanding talent and contribution they made to the growth and popularity of the game," Vettori said.

"To gain recognition alongside them is simply overwhelming, and I can’t find words to describe the feeling."

Sana Mir

Pakistan's pioneer in women’s cricket, Sana took 151 wickets in 120 ODIs and 89 in 106 T20Is, becoming the first Pakistani woman in the Hall of Fame.

Sana Mir pioneered and transformed women's cricket in Pakistan by skill and leadership. A true match-winner, she compiled more than 200 international wickets and was instrumental in winning numerous games. Away from the game, she advocated for issues such as mental well-being and body image and became an inspiration to many. Her impact went beyond statistics, with the contribution to increasing the profile of women's cricket in her homeland. She demonstrated resilience in establishing a path for future generations. Her Hall of Fame induction is a moment of pride and history for Pakistan.

"From dreaming as a little girl that one day there would even be a women’s team in our country to now standing here, inducted among the very legends I idolized long before I ever held a bat or a ball—this is a moment I couldn’t have dared to imagine," she said.

"I am incredibly grateful for this honor and hope to give back to the sport in any way I can. I would like to take this opportunity to thank my teammates, coaches, and family for all their support over the years."

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Sarah Taylor

England’s star wicketkeeper-batter scored over 6,000 international runs and was involved in more than 230 dismissals across formats. Her contributions in major tournaments are widely celebrated.

Sarah Taylor was one of England's best wicketkeepers and top-order batters with style. Her rapid glovework, particularly stumpings down the leg side, raised the bar for women's cricket. Taylor was central to England's World Cup victories in 2009 and 2017, producing vital displays in the knockout stages. She struck a balance between flair and calm, leading the next generation of cricketers with courage. Her career also served to destigmatize mental ill health in sport. The Hall of Fame rightly recognizes her enduring legacy on and off the pitch.

"Being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame is one of the best moments of my life and truly feels like a dream come true," Taylor said.

 "Women's cricket has been thriving in recent years, and receiving this award during such a significant time makes it even more special. I am grateful to the members of the ICC Hall of Fame selection panel for this recognition."

 South Africa's pace bowler Kagiso Rabada took to his Instagram account to pay tribute to two of the all-time great Test batters of modern day, Hashim Amla and Virat Kohli. Rabada described Amla and Kohli as "pretty cool" and created a side-by-side graphic depicting their unbelievable stats and figures, which reflected how much they resembled one another in men's Test cricket.

The image compared Amla and Kohli across a number of Test match statistics, and the numbers are incredible. Amla played 124 Tests, tons in all, scoring 9282 runs at an average of 46.64, while Kohli has played 123 Test matches, scoring 9230 runs at an average of 46.85. Amla scored many hundreds; however, Kohli eclipses Aman lightly with Kohli's mark of 30 and Amla's mark of 28. Amla also boasts a greater individual score than Kohli's best score of *254, with Amla's unforgettable *311 not out.
Although both batters differ in styles - Amla calm and elegant, whilst Kohli more aggressive and flamboyant - both legendary players have given the cricket world influential careers and garnered admiration from the cricketing world.

Kagiso Rabada's Instagram story for Virat Kohli & Hashim Amla.👑

- Two Icons of the Game. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/6OIKVe2fk3

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) May 16, 2025

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Legends Leave, Legacies Last

Both players finished Test cricket at 36, living out their red-ball careers by their own definition. Amla stepped away in 2019, and Kohli is walking away - apparently now - having started the announcement of the end of his Test career ahead of India's upcoming WTC cycle. This juxtaposition is poignant and reminds people of the class and consistency both players had to offer their teams.

Rabada's post is affirmation that it was more than a statistical contribution - Amla's unwavering industry and Kohli's ardent passion; for the fans it highlights that stats only tell part of the story, and the respect conveyed through peers like Rabada means even more.

In the end, the game honors two legends who ushered in an era - one between the calm and the ferocity of command - but both immortal.