In another thrilling encounter of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, the South Africa Champions take on the energetic Australia Champions at Headingley, Leeds. The two squads are full of power-packed players who have established themselves in T20 cricket globally; this game is sure to produce lots of sixes, a few celebrations, and possibly some drama.

Match Details

• Fixture: South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions, Semi-Final-2
  
• Date: July 31, 2025
  
• Time: 09:00 PM IST
  
• Ground: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England.

Players Battle to Watch Out

• AB de Villiers vs Brett Lee: A real crowd-puller! AB de Villiers, the innovator and shot-maker, will be up against Brett Lee’s pace and accurate yorkers. A contest between two modern cricket teams will be key to deciding the flow of the game early on.
• Hashim Amla vs Nathan Coulter-Nile: Amla's beautiful stroke play and composed temperament will have to confront Coulter-Nile's swing and controlled bowling. This contest is a matter of control and accuracy during the powerplay overs.
  
• Chris Lynn vs Imran Tahir: Known for his six-hitting prowess, Lynn will aim to dominate in the middle overs, but Tahir’s variations and control could create a spin trap. Expect fireworks or a big breakthrough.
  
• Chris Morris vs Ben Cutting: Two powerful all-rounders who can influence the game with bat and ball. Morris’ death-over finishing vs Cutting’s counterpunching ability and seam movement will be pivotal in the closing stages.
  
• Shaun Marsh vs Duanne Olivier: Marsh's timing and ability to build an innings will face a stern test from Olivier's bounce and pace. A good start from this face-off can set the tone for Australia’s innings.

See Also:  Why is Jasprit Bumrah not playing today in ENG vs IND 5th Test at The Oval?

SAC vs AAC 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

Australia Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

In another thrilling encounter of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025, the South Africa Champions take on the energetic Australia Champions at Headingley, Leeds. The two squads are full of power-packed players who have established themselves in T20 cricket globally; this game is sure to produce lots of sixes, a few celebrations, and possibly some drama.

Match Details – WCL 2025

• Match: South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions
• Date: July 31, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England.
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025—Semi-Final 2

Players to Watch Out For

South Africa Champions:

• AB de Villiers (c)—The X-factor player who can turn the game around with his 360° batting.
  
• Hashim Amla—A steady and composed opener who can construct innings under pressure.
  
• Imran Tahir – The high-energy leg-spinner who can break any middle order.
• Chris Morris—A handy all-rounder providing death-over hitting and pace bowling with discipline.
  
• Dale Steyn—The aggressive pacer who injects fire and accuracy even in the T20 format.
  

Australia Champions

• Shaun Marsh—A stylish left-handed top-order batsman for his consistency and experience.
  
• Chris Lynn—a wrecker T20 batsman capable of hitting any boundary without worrying.
  
• Ben Cutting—a multi-talented all-rounder handy at late-overs batting and change-of-pace bowling.
  
• Brett Lee (c)—The express pace bowler who remains dangerous with bounce and yorkers.
  
• Nathan Coulter-Nile—famous for tight lines and ability to hit with both bat and ball.

See Also: Why is Ben Stokes not playing today in ENG vs IND 5th Test at the Oval?

SAC vs. AAC 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

Australia Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

The exciting action of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 continues as the South Africa Champions get ready to face off against the Australia Champions in Semi-Final-2 at Headingley, Leeds. With both teams packed with world-class legends, this match promises another delightful encounter. As fans look forward to another thrilling encounter, attention turns to the weather, which is threatening to spoil what promises to be an entertaining start to the tournament! 

Match Details

• Fixture: South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions, Semi-Final-2
  
• Date: July 31, 2025
  
• Time: 09:00 PM IST
  
• Ground: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England.
  
• Win % Batting first: 25%
  
• Win % Bowling first: 75%
  

Weather Forecast

• Temperature: approximately 19°C (light and cloudy)
  
• Precipitation: 65%—chance of rain
  
• Humidity: 64%—moderate
  
• Winds: Gentle breeze—hardly any impact on play
  

The forecast shows a medium chance of rain (65%), and there is no less 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 Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England, 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: Medium-sized boundaries provide an even challenge to both departments.
  

See Also: WCL 2025 live streaming details: Where and how to watch South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions Semi-Final 2

Venue Records

• Highest Team Score: 207/6 by AUSCH vs INDCH
  
• Lowest Team Score: 83/3 by YORKS vs DBS
  
• Average 1st Innings Score: 161

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: South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions
• Date: July 31, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England.
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025—Semi-Final 2

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

See Also: Why is Ben Stokes not playing today in ENG vs IND 5th Test at the Oval?

SAC vs. AAC 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.

Australia Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

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.

SAC vs AAC Match Preview

South Africa's Champions will face Australia's Champions in the 12th game of the World Championship of Legends 2025 this afternoon at Headingley. South Africa has three wins out of four and currently leads the table with six points. Australia is close behind, with five points from three games. Both teams appear to be evenly matched, and this game has the potential to be decided on the final play.

SAC vs AAC Match Details 

South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions – Semi Final-2 Match, World Championship of Legends 2025

Venue: Edgbaston Foundation Sports Ground, Birmingham

Date & Time: 31th June 2025 at 09:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

SAC vs AAC Venue Stats

SAC vs AAC 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.

SAC vs AAC Weather Report

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

SAC vs AAC Last Five Matches

SAC vs AAC Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SAC vs AAC Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa Champions Probable Playing XIs

Australia Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

Topmost Picks for SAC vs AAC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa Champions

• AB de Villiers – AB de Villiers appeared untouchable in the crease, scoring 303 runs in just four innings at a stunning strike rate of 231.23.  
• Aaron Phangiso –  Aaron Phangiso has taken nine wickets from four matches, maintaining things tight at an economy rate of 4.89.

Top Picks – Australia Champions

• Chris Lynn – Chris Lynn has the ability to do serious damage up top, having scored 112 runs this season with a strike rate of 254. 
• Peter Siddle –  Peter Siddle has taken seven wickets in five matches with an economy rate of seven.

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

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

Captain – AB de Villiers, JJ Smuts

Vice-captain – Chris Lynn, Aaron Phangiso

SAC vs AAC Probable Winners:

This semi-final between the South African and Australian champions could come down to the wire. Both teams have big names and have played some excellent cricket in the WCL. South Africa has had the better record, winning four of its five group matches. They also easily defeated Australia earlier in the tournament, which should give them a psychological advantage. Australia, while having a strong lineup, has suffered two major defeats leading up to this game. That said, this is a team that frequently rises to the occasion, so it would be foolish to write them off entirely. It's a close match, but the South African Champions have a slight advantage due to current form and overall balance. Considering the team combination, South Africa Champions is expected to win this match.

The Australian Champions have had a strong tournament so far, winning two of their three matches and currently hold the third position in the points table. Their first match was abandoned due to rain, and they won the next two matches. They won their last match by 4 wickets against the Indian Champions, successfully chasing down the target of 204 runs. Callum Ferguson was the standout performer for the Australian Champions, scoring 70 runs off 38 balls.

On the other hand, the South Africa Champions lost their last match by 31 runs against the Pakistan Champions, failing to chase down the target of 199 runs. They currently hold the second position in the points table with six points.

SAC vs AAC Match Details

Date: July 27th, 2025

Time: 5:00 PM IST

Venue: Headingley, Leeds

Live Streaming: Fancode  

SAC vs AAC Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters SAC vs AAC 

• Ab de Villiers (SAC) - 182 runs in this tournament 

• Chris Lynn (AAC) - 106 runs in this tournament

• Hashim Amla (SAC) - 78 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler SAC vs AAC

• Aaron Phangiso (AAC) - 5 wickets in this tournament 

• Wayne Parnell (SAC) - 5 wickets in this tournament

• Duanne Olivier (SAC) - 5 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- AAC will win the match by 4 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If AAC bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AAC is expected to score 200-210 runs.

• Result prediction- AAC will win the match by 25-30 Runs

SAC vs AAC Predicted Playing XI

Australia Champions (AAC) Playing XI 

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

South Africa Champions (SAC) 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.

SAC vs AAC Complete Squad

Australia Champions -

Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, D’Arcy Short, Ben Dunk (wk), Callum Ferguson, Ben Cutting, Daniel Christian, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Steve O’Keefe, Brett Lee (c), Peter Siddle, John Hastings, Rob Quiney, Moises Henriques

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

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

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

Match Prediction: South Africa to win the Champions.

SAC vs AAC Match Preview

South Africa's Champions will face Australia's Champions in the 12th game of the World Championship of Legends 2025 this afternoon at Headingley. South Africa has three wins out of four and currently leads the table with six points. Australia is close behind, with five points from three games. Both teams appear to be evenly matched, and this game has the potential to be decided on the final play.

SAC vs AAC Match Details 

South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions – 12th Match, World Championship of Legends 2025

Venue: Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds

Date & Time: 27th June 2025 at 05:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

SAC vs AAC Venue Stats

SAC vs AAC 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.

SAC vs AAC Weather Report

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

SAC vs AAC Last Five Matches

SAC vs AAC Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SAC vs AAC Probable Playing XIs:

South Africa Champions Probable Playing XIs

Australia Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

Topmost Picks for SAC vs AAC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa Champions

• AB de Villiers – AB de Villiers appeared unstoppable with the bat, scoring 180 runs in three innings at a strike rate of 212. 
• Aaron Phangiso–  Aaron Phangiso picked up five wickets in three games and kept things tight with an economy of 5.14.

Top Picks – Australia Champions

• Chris Lynn – Chris Lynn erupted with the bat, hammering 81 off just 27 balls and making the chase look effortless.
• Peter Siddle –  Peter Siddle has kept things tight, picking up four wickets in two outings with an economy rate of six.

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

Robin Uthappa, AB de Villiers(VC), Hashim Amla, Yuvraj Singh(C), Shikhar Dhawan, Yusuf Pathan, JP Duminy, JJ Smuts, Irfan Pathan, Vinay Kumar, Hardus Viljoen

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

Captain – Yuvraj Singh, Robin Uthappa

Vice-captain – AB de Villiers, JP Duminy

SAC vs AAC Probable Winners:

South Africa Champions against Australia Champions promises to be a thrilling matchup because both teams have plenty of star players and have performed admirably in this edition of the WCL. This is a tough call, but Australia appears to be slightly stronger based on their overall depth. Considering the team combination, Australia Champions is expected to win this match.