Cricket South Africa (CSA) has confirmed that 44 of the 54 matches at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027 will take place at eight venues in South Africa, while the other ten matches will be played in Zimbabwe and Namibia, who are co-hosts of the event. The confirmation came during the announcement of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) on Thursday, which included the selection of a former finance minister, Trevor Manuel, to chair a committee as an independent chairperson in the preparations for the global event. This will be the first ICC men's event in South Africa since the 2009 Champions Trophy and is the first time that the 50-over World Cup is played on African soil since 2003.

Shortlisted Locations in South Africa

The eight venues chosen by CSA blend traditional cricketing venues with iconic locations that have hosted historic matches:

• Johannesburg
• Pretoria
• Cape Town
• Durban
• Gqeberha
• Bloemfontein
• East London
• Paarl

A Historic Return of the World Cup to Africa

The 2027 edition marks 24 years since the last Men's ODI World Cup held in South Africa. The CSA chairperson, Pearl Maphoshe, said it was an opportunity to showcase the country's and the continent's diverse reality. 
"CSA's vision is to deliver a global, inspiring event which is a reflection of the face of South Africa - diverse, inclusive and united."

CSA president Rihan Richards said the tournament will also offer a once-in-a-million experience to expand the fans to reach new fans and deepen cricket's footprint across Africa.

"This makes the 2027 CWC a once-in-a-lifetime event to create a unique quad for expanding our global footprint, as well as engaging existing fans through digital innovation, while connecting with the African continent and the rest of the world."

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Local Organising Committee (LOC)

The LOC for the World Cup will consist of independent and non-independent directors, ministry representatives, and CSA representatives.

Independent Chair

• Trevor Manuel

CSA Members Council and Board Appointments

• Johannes Adams - President of Western Province
• Yunus Bobat - President of KwaZulu-Natal
• Vuyani Jarana - CSA Board Member

Ministry Appointments

• Advocate Philip October
• Unathi Matthew Tshotwana

Independent Directors

• Herman Bosman
• Nomfanelo Magwentshu
• Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
• Ravi Naidoo
• Dr Stavros Nicolaou
• Advocate Karrisha Pillay SC

CSA Staff

• Pholetsi Moseki – CSA CEO
• Refentse Shinners – CSA Public Affairs Executive
• Tjaart van der Walt – CSA COO

Past ICC Events in South Africa

South Africa has a great past hosting ICC events:

• 2003 Men's ODI World Cup (co-hosted with Zimbabwe and Kenya)
• 2007 inaugural Men's T20 World Cup
• 2009 Champions Trophy
• 2005 Women's ODI World Cup
• 2023 Women's T20 World Cup (where the Proteas made it to a final for the first time.)

The 2027 World Cup will take place with 44 matches across South Africa and 10 matches across Zimbabwe and Namibia, which should provide a truly pan-African cricketing celebration that's as diverse as the continent and as colourful.

Finally, after weeks of speculation, the schedule for the 17th edition of the Asia Cup 2025 has been announced, generating excitement among cricket fans in Pakistan and beyond. While India was initially declared the official host, political tensions between India and Pakistan have led to a shift in venue. As a result, all matches are now likely to take place at neutral venues in the UAE, specifically in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. India will still retain its hosting rights despite the relocation.

Pakistan enters this tournament on strong hopes of restoring past glory. The Men in Green won their last Asia Cup in 2012 with Misbah-ul-Haq as captain. In 2023, Pakistan started with great hopes but could not reach the final following losses to India and Sri Lanka in the Super Four phase. Having lifted the trophy twice (in 2000 and 2012), Pakistan remains one of the strongest sides in the competition’s history and will be looking to end their 13-year title drought.

Pakistan’s Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to be played in the T20 format and will run from September 9 to September 28. As per the schedule, Group A comprises India, Pakistan, Oman, and the UAE. Group B, on the other hand, includes the quartet of Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. With the top two teams from each group qualifying for the Super Four, and the best two from there moving on to the final. Below are Pakistan’s upcoming matches in the group stage of the 2025 Asia Cup:

See Also: Asia Cup 2025: India’s full match schedule with dates and timings revealed

Asia Cup 2025 – Super Four Stage Schedule

Finally, after weeks of speculation, the schedule for 17th edition of the Asia Cup 2025 has been announced, much to the excitement of cricket fans across Asia. India was originally announced to host the prestigious tournament. Unfortunately, due to current political tensions, the remaining primary host venues will take place at neutral venues in the UAE, mainly Dubai and Abu Dhabi. India will retain its official hosting rights despite the venue change.

India heads into the 17th edition as the defending champions, having clinched the Asia Cup title in 2023. India defeated Sri Lanka by a massive 10 wickets in the final at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium to clinch their 8th title. Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj was the standout performer in the final, taking a career‑best 6/21 and triggering Sri Lanka’s collapse to just 50 all out, making them the most successful team in the history of the competition. They were unbeaten throughout the 2023 tournament and delivered a series of dominant displays in all departments.

India’s Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to be played in the T20 format from September 9 to September 28. As per the schedule, Group A comprises India, Pakistan, Oman, and the UAE. Group B, on the other hand, includes the quartet of Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. with the best two from each group moving on to the Super Four. Of the teams in the Super Four, the best two will face off in the final. Below are the upcoming India matches in the 2025 Asia Cup.

See Also: Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan's full match schedule with dates and timings revealed

Asia Cup 2025 – Super Four Stage Schedule

As the Asia Cup 2025 draws near, the cricketing world holds its breath, awaiting confirmation of Indian participation. The tournament, after all, is set to commence on September 5, with the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan encounter planned for September 7. however, Political tensions have loomed large over the tournament—especially following the recent terror attack at Pahalgam.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has already made an approach to the Government of India for clearance and awaits official approval before finalizing the schedule. under the current sensitive geopolitical environment, particularly the tense India-Pakistan relationship, the BCCI is going slow, keeping all options open regarding participation and venue arrangements.

In a major development, it has now emerged that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) may step in as an alternative host for the Asia Cup if the situation doesn’t improve. According to a Sports Tak report, this contingency plan had already been prepared even before the Pahalgam incident, showcasing BCCI’s foresight and proactive approach.

UAE Likely to Host if Political Tensions Persist

“The UAE option was always there on the table before the Pahalgam attack. But now the situation has changed, and we will proceed according to whatever decision the government makes,” said a senior BCCI official to Sports Tak. This clearly indicates that India’s participation hinges entirely on political approval, and the governing body is prepared for all scenarios.

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In case the Asia Cup is relocated to the UAE, games would be played at three major venues—Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. The three have extensive experience in hosting big tournaments such as earlier Asia Cups and IPL games and are well-suited for hosting a high-profile continental tournament like the Asia Cup 2025.

The much-anticipated second edition of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) T20 League is all set to begin on July 18, 2025, and cricket fans across the globe are gearing up for what promises to be an exhilarating tournament. Hosted across iconic grounds in the United Kingdom, WCL 2025 will feature six legendary teams—India, Pakistan, Australia, England, South Africa, and West Indies—with a total of 18 matches, including the knockout stages and the grand finale on August 2.

The tournament kicks off with a blockbuster clash between England Champions and Pakistan Champions at Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, followed by daily high-octane encounters featuring the game’s biggest retired stars. With legends like Yuvraj Singh, Shahid Afridi, Chris Gayle, Eoin Morgan, AB de Villiers, and Brett Lee leading their respective sides, fans can expect a nostalgic cricketing spectacle in T20 format.

WCL 2025: Live Streaming & Broadcast Details 

Fans around the world will be able to catch the action live. Here's where to tune in:

• India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
• United Kingdom: Sky Sports, NOW TV
• Worldwide: Global broadcasters to be announced soon

WCL 2025: Squads Details

India Champions: Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Varun Aaron, Vinay Kumar, Abhimanyu Mithun, Siddarth Kaul, Gurkeerat Mann.

Pakistan Champions: Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Sharjeel Khan, Wahab Riaz, Asif Ali, Kamran Akmal, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Khan, and Sohail Tanvir.

West Indies Champions: Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Smith, Fidel Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, Sheldon Cottrell, Ashley Nurse, Sulieman Benn, Nikita Miller, Dave Mohammed, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, Chadwick Walton, William Perkins, and Tharindu Rathnayake.

England Champions: Eoin Morgan, Moeen Ali, Sir Alastair Cook, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Liam Plunkett, Chris Tremlett, Ajmal Shahzad, Ryan Sidebottom, Stuart Meaker, Phil Mustard, Usman Afzaal, and Tim Ambrose.

Australia Champions: Brett Lee, Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, Moises Henriques, Ben Cutting, D'Arcy Short, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Peter Siddle, Callum Ferguson, Dan Christian, Ben Dunk, Steve O’Keefe, Rob Quiney, and John Hastings.

South Africa Champions: 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.

See Also: New Zealand announce schedule to host Australia, England, West Indies and South Africa in home summer

WCL 2025: Fixtures (All times in IST)

The 2025 edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL) is set to take place from 10 to 18 July at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence, featuring five elite T20 franchises from around the world. With 11 competitive matches on the schedule, the GSL 2025 promises to showcase thrilling action, global cricketing talent, and high-stakes entertainment, all vying for the coveted US$1 million prize pool.

This year’s GSL features champions and finalists from the top T20 leagues around the world:

• Central Stags (New Zealand—Super Smash champions)
• Dubai Capitals (UAE – ILT20 champions)
• Guyana Amazon Warriors (West Indies—2024 CPL finalists)
• Hobart Hurricanes XI (Australia—BBL champions)
• Rangpur Riders (Bangladesh—defending GSL champions)

These powerhouse teams will battle it out in a round-robin format, with the top two teams qualifying for the final on July 18.

GSL 2025: Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

Live telecast and streaming rights for GSL 2025 are expected to follow previous patterns, with updates to be confirmed by the GSL organizers. Based on regional broadcasting trends:

• India: Likely on Star Sports Network and FanCode App.
• Caribbean: Expected on SportsMax
• UK: BT Sport
• USA: Likely on BT Sport.
  (Official confirmation pending; updates expected soon.)

GSL 2025 Squads

Hobart Hurricanes XI
Ben McDermott, Billy Stanlake, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jackson Bird, Tim Ward, Jake Doran, Raf MacMillan, Marcus Bean, Mac Wright, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Nabi, and Odean Smith.

Rangpur Riders
Nurul Hasan Sohan, Soumya Sarkar, Mohammed Naim Sheikh, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Kamrul Islam Rabbi, Mohammed Saif Hassan, Abu Haider Rony, Rakibul Hasan, Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Kyle Mayers, Tabraiz Shamsi, Ibrahim Zadran, Iftikhar Ahmed, Akif Javed, Harmeet Singh, and Khawaja Nafay.

Guyana Amazon Warriors
Imran Tahir, Evin Lewis, Johnson Charles, Moeen Ali, Shimron Hetmyer, Saud Shakeel, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hossein, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mark Adair, Jewel Andrew, Shamar Springer, and Amir Jangoo.

Central Stags
Tom Bruce (captain), Doug Bracewell, Will Clark, Josh Clarkson, Dane Cleaver, Toby Findlay, Dean Foxcroft, Curtis Heaphy, Jayden Lennox, Ajaz Patel, Angus Schaw, Blair Tickner, Will Young, and Matthew Forde.

Dubai Capitals
Sediqullah Atal, Rovman Powell, Kadeem Alleyne, Jordan Ethan Zahir Johnson, Dominic Conneil Drakes, Bevon Jacobs, Zeeshan Naseer, Alishan Sharafu, Aryaman Varma, Kaleem Sana Rehman, Said Shah, and Farhan Khan.

See Also: GSL 2025: Hobart Hurricanes XI announce their squad for upcoming season

GSL 2025 Fixtures (All matches at Guyana National Stadium, Providence)

The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 will return for its 13th edition! Another excitement-filled season of thrilling T20 cricket is on the way! The tournament starts on 14 August 2025 and goes until 21 September 2025 in several Caribbean countries.

The CPL 2025 draft was held on 18 June, where teams completed their squads by retaining core players and adding new talent, including overseas stars and breakout Caribbean prospects. A key addition to the format this season is the mandate that each team must field at least one player from the West Indies Breakout League in every match. The tournament will kick off in St Kitts & Nevis, with the final set to be played in Guyana, giving local fans a grand stage finish.

This year, matches will be held at seven venues across six Caribbean countries. Trinidad and Tobago is the only nation hosting matches at two different stadiums. The confirmed CPL 2025 venues are Sir Vivian Richards Stadium (Antigua), Kensington Oval (Barbados), Providence Stadium (Guyana), Warner Park (St Kitts), Daren Sammy Cricket Ground (Saint Lucia), Brian Lara Cricket Academy, and Queen’s Park Oval (both in Trinidad).

CPL 2025: Live Streaming Details

Live telecast and streaming rights for CPL 2025 are likely to remain with Star Sports Network and FanCode App in India, continuing from last year’s coverage. In the Caribbean, matches are expected to be shown on SportsMax, while fans in the UK can follow on BT Sport and in the USA via Willow TV. Any changes in broadcasting partners will be updated as soon as officially confirmed by Cricket West Indies.

CPL 2025: Squad Details

Saint Lucia Kings: Tim David, Alzarri Joseph, Johnson Charles, Tim Seifert, Roston Chase, Tabraiz Shamsi, David Wiese, Delano Potgieter, Matthew Forde, Aaron Jones, Khary Pierre, Javelle Glen, Micah McKenzie, Shadrack Descarte, Johann Jeremiah, Keon Gaston, Ackeem Auguste

Guyana Amazon Warriors: Imran Tahir, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Shai Hope, Glenn Phillips, Gudakesh Motie, Moeen Ali, Shamar Joseph, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Shamarh Brooks, Kemol Savory, Hassan Khan, Jediah Blades, Kevlon Anderson, Quentin Sampson, Riyad Latif

Trinbago Knight Riders: Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Nicholas Pooran, Alex Hales, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, Colin Munro, Usman Tariq, Ali Khan, Darren Bravo, Yannic Cariah, Keacy Carty, Terrance Hinds, McKenny Clarke, Joshua Da Silva, Nathan Edward

Barbados Royals: Rovman Powell, Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Quinton de Kock, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Azmatullah Omarzai, Jomel Warrican, Kadeem Alleyne, Shaqkere Parris, Kofi James, Nyeem Young, Rivaldo Clarke, Zishan Motara, Johann Layne, Ramon Simmonds

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons: Imad Wasim, Shakib Al Hasan, Fabian Allen, Naveen-ul-Haq, Obed McCoy, Justin Greaves, Bevon Jacobs, Jayden Seales, Allah Ghazanfar, Rahkeem Cornwall, Odean Smith, Jewel Andrew, Shamar Springer, Amir Jangoo, Karima Gore, Kevin Wickham, Joshua James

St Kitts & Nevis Patriots: Kyle Mayers, Jason Holder, Rilee Rossouw, Evin Lewis, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Corbin Bosch, Waqar Salamkheil, Andre Fletcher, Alick Athanaze, Mohammad Nawaz, Dominic Drakes, Mikyle Louis, Ashmead Nedd, Jeremiah Louis, Jyd Goolie, Navin Bidaisee, Leniko Boucher

See Also: CPL 2025 Squads: Full updated teams after draft

CPL 2025: Fixtures & Match Timing (IST)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the full schedule for New Zealand’s white-ball tour of India, set to take place in January 2026. The series would be a crucial component of India's build-up before the ICC T20 World Cup, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka later in the year. The tour consists of three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).

The three-game ODI series starts on January 11 in Baroda, with the other games taking place in Rajkot and Indore on January 14 and 18 respectively. The five T20Is will be played immediately after, from January 21 in Nagpur to January 31 in Thiruvananthapuram. The ODI matches are all scheduled to start at 1:30 PM IST, whereas the T20Is are to commence at 7:00 PM IST under lights.

These fixtures were ratified in the Apex Council Meeting of June 14. In addition to the international fixtures, the BCCI also unveiled the domestic cricket calendar for the season 2025–26, beginning with the Duleep Trophy on August 28. The Ranji Trophy will be conducted in two phases, one from October 15 to November 19, and the second from January 22 to February 1. The grand final is on February 28, 2026.

New Zealand Tour of India 2026 – Full Schedule

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Further, India's top domestic T20 tournament, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, is set to take place from November 26 to December 18. With international fixtures and a tight domestic season, Indian cricket is set for an action-packed and closely watched calendar year.

Major League Cricket (MLC) will return in 2025 with an exciting display of T20 cricket in the United States of America. MLC 2025 will take place from June 13 to July 14, involving world-class cricketers, multiple franchises owned by IPL, and passionate fans for a month of competition. What you need to know about this season's different venues, star players, team captains, and how to catch the action live in India.

The tournament starts with an exciting rematch of the final from 2024 between reigning champions Washington Freedom and previous runners-up, San Francisco Unicorns. With each of the six teams playing a total of 10 league matches in a double round-robin format, the competition for the championship starts right away. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, which contain a Qualifier, Eliminator, Challenger, and Final.

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Cricket in the U.S. has steadily built momentum, and MLC 2025 will take place in three major venues:

• Oakland Coliseum, California
• Broward County Stadium, Florida
• Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas (playoff venue)

These stadiums are set to provide fans with electrifying atmospheres and thrilling finishes as the tournament unfolds.

MLC 2025: Team Squads

MLC 2025 features six franchises, four of which have direct connections with Indian Premier League (IPL) teams. Here's a look at the teams and their captains:

MI New York (Mumbai Indians):

• Heath Richards, Sharad Lumba, Agni Chopra, George Linde, Kieron Pollard (c), Sunny Patel, Kunwarjeet Singh, Michael Bracewell, Tajinder Dhillon, Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai, Nicholas Pooran, Quinton de Kock, Monank Patel, Nosthush Kenjige, Rushil Ugarkar, Ehsan Adil, Trent Boult, Naveen-ul-Haq

Texas Super Kings (Chennai Super Kings):

• Faf du Plessis (c), Devon Conway, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Smit Patel, Donovan Ferreira, Milind Kumar, Daryl Mitchell, Mohammad Mohsin, Shubham Ranjane, Joshua Tromp, Nandre Burger, Akeal Hosein, Adam Milne, Noor Ahmad, Calvin Savage, Zia-ul-Haq, Stephen Wiig.

LA Knight Riders (Kolkata Knight Riders):

• Nitish Kumar, Alex Hales, Rovman Powell, Saif Badar, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Andre Russell, Corne Dry, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Sunil Narine (c), Adithya Ganesh, Andre Fletcher, Unmukt Chand, Ali Khan, Anrich Nortje, Matthew Tromp, Tanveer Sangha, Karthik Gattepalli

Seattle Orcas (Delhi Capitals-linked):

• David Warner, Aaron Jones, Shimron Hetmyer, Sujit Nayak, Gulbadin Naib, Steven Taylor, Sikandar Raza, Kyle Mayers, Harmeet Singh, Rahul Jariwala, Heinrich Klaasen (c), Shayan Jahangir, Waqar Salamkheil, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ayan Desai, Ali Sheikh, Obed McCoy, Jasdeep Singh, Cameron Gannon
  

Washington Freedom:

• Steven Smith, Mark Chapman, Jack Edwards, Mukhtar Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Glenn Maxwell (c), Mitchell Owen, Abhishek Paradkar, Ian Holland, Obus Pienaar, Justin Dill, Andries Gous, Lahiru Milantha, Amila Aponso, Saurabh Netravalkar, Yasir Mohammad, Lockie Ferguson, Ben Sears, Jason Behrendorff

San Francisco Unicorns:

• Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short, Corey Anderson (c), Cooper Connolly, Hassan Khan, Tim Seifert, Haris Rauf, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Liam Plunkett, Xavier Bartlett, Brody Couch, Callum Stow, Carmi le Roux, Karima Gore, Juanoy Drysdale

These captains bring immense experience and leadership, with most having recently featured in the IPL 2025 season.

International Stars to Watch

Fans will see explosiveness from superstars like Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Faf du Plessis, and Trent Boult. The addition of these players not only brings star power but also adds competition to the league, where many of the players will be going straight from the IPL to the MLC. 

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Live Streaming in India

• Global Streaming:
  • Matches will be available live worldwide via MLC’s official digital platforms.
  • In the USA, watch live on Willow TV (TV & digital).
  • Australia, UK, South Africa, and other regions will have coverage via regional broadcasters (to be announced).
• India Streaming:
  • All matches will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website. Indian fans can follow the entire tournament with multilingual commentary and real-time highlights.

Fans can also stay updated through MLC’s official social media handles and YouTube channel for clips, match previews, and highlights.

MLC 2025 has a chance to be a historic season for American cricket. MLC 2025 will have international superstars, franchises backed by the IPL, famed venues, and lots of competition. This will have Cricket fans dreaming of the potential of cricket across the world. Be sure to mark your calendars from June 13 to July 14 this summer and catch us live on JioHotstar and watch cricket's new form in the U.S.

Cricket fans are all set for a thrilling encounter as Australia takes on South Africa in the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 scheduled to be played at the legendary Lord's Cricket Ground, London. Cricket fans eagerly await this five-day spectacle that will feature two teams: the defending champions and a resurgent Proteas side.

South Africa, captained by Temba Bavuma, has impressed with their consistent outings at home and abroad. Their attack, led by Kagiso Rabada and ably assisted by the frugal Keshav Maharaj, will be important in preventing a strong Australian team. The Aussies, under Pat Cummins, have been in dominant form, having recently secured a 3-1 win over India and another series victory in Sri Lanka.

With both sides looking to the coveted title, cricket enthusiasts from all corners of the world await the confrontation of the two cricket powerhouses.

WTC Final 2025: Match Details

• Match: Australia vs South Africa, WTC Final 2025
• Dates: June 11-15, 2025
• Time: 3 PM IST (10:30 AM local time)
• Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
• Reserve Day: June 16 (if required due to weather interruptions)

WTC Final 2025: Live Streaming and Broadcast

• TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (India)
• Live Streaming: JioStar app and website

Australia Squad and Key Details

• Test Ranking: 1
• Captain: Pat Cummins
• Coach: Andrew McDonald
• Top-ranked Batsman: Steve Smith (Rank 5)
• Top-ranked Bowler: Pat Cummins (Rank 3)

Full Squad: Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster

South Africa Squad and Key Details

• Test Ranking: 3
• Captain: Temba Bavuma
• Coach: Shukri Conrad
• Top-ranked Batsman: Aiden Markram (Rank 18)
• Top-ranked Bowler: Kagiso Rabada (Rank 2)

Full Squad: Temba Bavuma (captain), David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne

Also Read: List of seven new cricketers inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame

Australia vs South Africa: Head-to-Head 

• Total Test Matches Played: 101
• Australia Wins: 54
• South Africa Wins: 26
• Draws: 21

Australia vs South Africa: Last 5 Tests

• Jan 2023: Match drawn in Sydney
• Dec 2022: Australia won by an innings and 182 runs in Melbourne
• Dec 2022: Australia won by six wickets in Brisbane
• March 2018: South Africa won by 492 runs in Johannesburg
• March 2018: South Africa won by 322 runs in Cape Town