This match isn't only about teams; it's about individual contests that could change the game in one over. Pakistan's aggressive batters will go up against South Africa's savvy bowlers, and their respective experienced leaders will look to outsmart one another in moments of pressure. Each of these player matchups may ultimately dictate the course and outcome of the contest.

Match Details – WCL 2025

• Match: Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: July 25, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025 – Match 9

Players battle to Watch Out For

• Sharjeel Khan vs. Wayne Parnell—The dynamic Pakistani opener against SA's swing maestro, setting up an epic powerplay battle.
• Mohammad Hafeez vs Imran Tahir—a classic matchup of off-spin vs leg-spin between two cunning veterans.
• Shoaib Malik vs. JP Duminy—a really interesting clash of two calm middle-order anchors and both part-time spinners.
• Wahab Riaz vs. AB de Villiers— Raw pace against batters who hit in 360 degrees is always going to be a special battle to watch.
• Sohail Tanvir vs. Hashim Amla—An interesting tactical battle between a swing bowler and a technically solid top-order batter.\

See Also: ‘The batters are…’- Steve Smith gives stern warning to England batters for Ashes 2025/26

PNC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan 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

The World Championship of Legends 2025 is in full swing; the champions of Pakistan have a daunting task against the champions of South Africa. Both sides are filled with experienced and proven players who have achieved legendary status in their distinguished careers. This richly experienced contest has power hitters on both sides, crafty spinners, and match winners, making this match sure to entertain with a spectacular clash of skills, experience, and pride.

Match Details – WCL 2025

• Match: Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: July 25, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025 – Match 9

Players to Watch Out

Pakistan Champions:

• Mohammad Hafeez (c) – The all-rounder skills and astute game sense of the captain make him the focal point of Pakistan's prospects.
• Shoaib Malik—A calm middle-orderer with experience in stabilizing innings and finishing games.
• Sharjeel Khan—The attacking opener can snatch the game away from the opposition in the powerplay with aggressive strokeplay.
• Wahab Riaz—With his aggressive spells and reverse swing, he is a game-changer with the ball.
• Sohail Tanvir—His unique style and variations always put fear into batters, especially in slower conditions.

South Africa Champions:

• AB de Villiers (c) – The ever dangerous "Mr. 360°" will be South Africa's first choice as captain and batsman.
• Hashim Amla—His experience and classy stroke-playing at the top give solidity to the batting order.
• JP Duminy—A performer with bat and ball, his all-rounder capabilities provide South Africa with punctuational balance in the middle overs.
• Wayne Parnell—A useful left-arm pacer who can inflict early harm and bowl well at the death.
• Imran Tahir's (if playing) - leg-spin is still as lethal as it was and can destroy Pakistani hard-hitting batters.

See Also: ‘The batters are…’- Steve Smith gives stern warning to England batters for Ashes 2025/26

PNC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan 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

The eagerly awaited fixture of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 features the Pakistan Champions going head-to-head with the South Africa Champions in the United Kingdom. With legends back in the spotlight, fans are eager to see the action unfold—but attention turns to the weather, which is threatening to spoil what promises to be an entertaining start to the tournament! 

Match Details

• Fixture: Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: July 25, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST
• Venue: Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom
• Win % Batting first: 0%
• Win % Bowling first: 100%

Weather Report

• Temperature: about 13.4°C (mild and overcast)
• Precipitation: 25%—Low chance of rain
• Humidity: 75% - moderate
• Winds: Gentle breeze—little or no effect on the match

The forecast shows a weak chance of rain (25%), and there is no potential for interrupted play or a reduced fixture. While cloud cover and humidity may provide assistance to the bowlers, there would need to be a concern in the early stages of an innings. 

Pitch Report 

The Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, pitch is considered to give a fair contest between bat and ball, though with some rain predicted, the balance may slightly favor the bowlers. 

• Pace bowlers could get some swing and bounce in the early overs.
• Batters must be careful before initiating their stroke play.
• Spinners may come into play in the latter overs as the pitch could slow, especially if the surface is damp from the rain.
• Field Dimensions: The medium boundary dimensions can ensure a fair contest for both batting and bowling. 

Also read: WCL 2025 live streaming details: Where and how to watch Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions match 9

Venue Records

• Highest Team Score: 184/8 (20 overs) by DUR vs LEIC.
• Lowest Team Score: 89/10 (15.3 overs) by DBS vs LEIC.
• Average 1st Innings Score: 171.

The World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 is here! Amazing cricketing action and legendary players from all over the globe will take to the field in epic contests. This tournament features friendship, nostalgia, intense rivalries, and our favorite personalities making their long-awaited returns! If you are watching at home or streaming on the go, here is your complete guide on how to watch WCL 2025 live from anywhere!

Match Details – WCL 2025

• Match: Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: July 25, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025 – Match 9

Live Streaming Details

• India: FanCode app 
• Pakistan: A sports
• United Kingdom: TNT Sports
• USA & Canada: Willow TV
• Australia: Foxtel / Kayo Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport
• New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ

Also read: [WATCH] ENG vs IND 4th Test: Ben Duckett's quick sharp catch at gully dismissed Shardul Thakur

PNC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan 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

PNC vs SAC Match Preview

The 9th World Championship of Legends 2025 match will be played tomorrow evening in Leicester, with England's champions facing South Africa's champions. Pakistan 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.

PNC vs SAC Match Details 

Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions – 09th Match, World Championship of Legends 2025

Venue: Grace Rd, Northern Ireland

Date & Time: 25th June 2025 at 09:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

PNC vs SAC Venue Stats

PNC 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.

PNC vs SAC Weather Report

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

PNC vs SAC Last Five Matches

PNC vs SAC Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: BAN vs PAK Dream11 Prediction 3rd T20I match

PNC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan 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 PNC vs SAC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pakistan Champions

• Mohammad Hafeez – Captain Mohammad Hafeez has been the most consistent with the bat, putting up 54 runs in first match with a strike rate of 156.15.
• Rumman Raees–  Rumman Raees has stood out, taking 1 wicket in the first games and keeping things tight with an economy of 3.12.

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 PNC vs SAC Dream11 Team:

Kamran Akmal, Sharjeel Khan, AB de Villiers(C), Hashim Amla, Mohammad Hafeez(VC), JJ Smuts, Jean-Paul Duminy, Hardus Viljoen, Wayne Parnell, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Tanvir

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

Captain – AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla

Vice-captain – Rumman Raees, Mohammad Hafeez

PNC vs SAC Probable Winners:

Pakistan 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.