The World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 action is heating up, and fans are looking forward to another nostalgic battle of West Indies Champions vs. South Africa Champions. Both heavyweight teams have legends and fan favorites competing again in what promises to be massive entertainment and an exhilarating contest. With Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers captaining both teams, we have to expect big hitting, sizzling spells, and moments of memories from legends of the past.

Match Details

• Match: West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: Today, July 19, 2025
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham

Must-Watch Player Battles

• Chris Gayle vs Duanne Olivier
  The Universe Boss can at once obliterate any attack, but Olivier's bounce and sharp pace might offer a stern early test to Gayle.
• Dwayne Bravo vs AB de Villiers
  Two T20 geniuses facing off against each other. Bravo's smart variations will be key in containing the explosive ABD.
• Kieron Pollard vs Wayne Parnell
  This will be a classic “celebrity” battle of Pollard’s brute force hitting matched to Parnell’s left-arm angle and his slower deliveries recovering from a wasted first three overs.
• Sulieman Benn vs Hashim Amla
  Benn’s height and spin will test Amla’s timing and footwork during the initial middle overs.
• Dwayne Smith vs Chris Morris
  Expect fireworks as Smith will take on Morris, who will certainly aim to mix up the pace to take advantage of the power play.

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Likely Playing XI—West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions

West Indies Champions Squad (Captain: Chris Gayle)
Chadwick Walton (wk), Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards, Lendl Simmons, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Sheldon Cottrell, Sulieman Benn, Dave Mohammad, Dwayne Smith

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

The World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 continues to provide nostalgia and entertainment with its cricketing magic, and upon us is the second match, where the West Indies Champions take on the South African Champions. This match features players who are legendary, so expect fireworks as both teams try and start their respective campaigns in positive fashion. In the case of the West Indies, they will need to rely on their explosive batting and all-round prowess. In the case of South Africa, though, they will be hoping to hold the upper hand with depth and leadership, especially from the more elegant players, including some of the game's more aggressive characters, which means plenty of potential fireworks.

Players to Watch Out For

West Indies Champions

• Chris Gayle (Captain) – The Boss of the Universe may be a bit older, but his intent and brute power have not changed. You can expect him to go hard from the very first ball and set the tone.
• Kieron Pollard—Pollard is not only a destructive hitter but is also a clever bowler and has experience playing in several global positions; he is more than capable of being a match-winner under any circumstance.
• Dwayne Bravo—Bravo is known for his clever variances and elaborate dance moves combined with clever and deft hitting at the death. Champion Bravo knows how to impact matches, and he can also add value as a batsman.

• Lendl Simmons—Simmons can keep the innings together or chase bowlers down, so keeping him in that top order position is very important for this team. Always calm and in control, especially for an international player.

• Fidel Edwards—Edwards brings fire with the new ball and can be a real threat if you are able to take early wickets; he brings aggressive pace.

South Africa Champions

• AB de Villiers (Captain)—AB is still one of the most entertaining batters to watch. He can dominate any bowling attack with absolute ease with his 360-degree capability.
• Hashim Amla—Amla is the silent assassin. The given flight of his touch and timing, mixed with temperament, allows him to set up a perfect partner at the top of the innings.
• Chris Morris—Morris can swing the ball; he can hit it a long way. He is an impactful all-rounder, especially in those crunch moments.
• Albie Morkel—Morkel can strike the ball as well as his bucket of deliveries; he is also smart enough to the point that he adds serious 'depth' in the fight to an already offensive South Africa team.
• JP Duminy—Duminy, when he is mentally there, brings calmness in the middle, and contribution either with ball or bat in the middle of the innings is equally important to this team.

Also read: WCL 2025 match 2 weather and pitch report: West Indies Champions vs South African Champions

WIC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Champions Probable Playing XIs

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 Probable Playing XIs

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

The eagerly awaited fixture of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 features the West Indies Champions going head-to-head with the South African Champions at Edgbaston. 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: West Indies Champions vs South African Champions
• Date: July 19, 2025
• Time: 05:00 PM IST
• Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
• Win % Batting first: 46%
• Win % Bowling first: 54%

Weather Report

• Temperature: about 18.4°C (mild and overcast)
• Precipitation: 80%—chance of rain
• Humidity: 81% - moderate
• Winds: Gentle breeze—little or no effect on the match

The forecast shows a strong chance of rain (80%), and there is the 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 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 West Indies Champions vs South African Champions match 2

Venue Records

• Highest Team Score: 243/5 (20 overs) - PAKC.
• Lowest Team Score: 81/10 (14.2 overs) - WARKS
• Average 1st Innings Score: 184.

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: West Indies Champions vs South African Champions
• Date: July 19, 2025
• Time: 05:00 PM IST 
• Venue: Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham
• Tournament: World Championship of Legends 2025 – Match 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

Also read: WCL 2025: WIC vs SAC Dream11 Prediction 02nd Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

WIC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Champions Probable Playing XIs

South Africa Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

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.

WIC vs SAC Match Preview

It's the second game in the World Championship of Legends 2025. The West Indies Champions will face the South African Champions, with both teams looking to get off to a strong start. The West Indies advanced to the semifinals last season, and the squad will look to draw confidence from their performance. South Africa has implemented several changes to the squad this year and will aim to get the most out of their players. This season, the South Africans boast a strong batting lineup. They have batting depth and will use it to their advantage in this game. The West Indies' batting line-up is strong, but their bowling appears to be weak. It is both teams' first game, and they will be looking for a strong start.

WIC vs SAC Match Details 

West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions – 02nd Match, World Championship of Legends 2025

Venue: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham

Date & Time: 19th June 2025 at 05:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

WIC vs SAC Venue Stats

WIC 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.

WIC vs SAC Weather Report

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

WIC vs SAC Last Five Matches

WIC vs SAC Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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WIC vs SAC Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Champions Probable Playing XIs

South Africa Champions Probable Playing XIs

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

Topmost Picks for WIC vs SAC Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – West Indies Champions

• Lendl Simmons – Lendl Simmons scored 240 runs in 10 matches, at a strike rate of 105.4.
• Sheldon Cottrell–  Sheldon Cottrell took 15 wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 7.75.

Top Picks – South Africa Champions

• AB de Villiers – AB de Villiers scored 186 runs in 10 matches, at a strike rate of 121.27.
• Albie Morkel –  Albie Morkel took 8 wickets in 10 matches at an economy rate of 9.17.

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

Chadwick Walton, Chris Gayle, Dwayne Smith, AB de Villiers(C), Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, Kieron Pollard(VC), Dwayne Bravo, Sheldon Cottrell, Aaron Phangiso, Wayne Parnell

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

Captain – AB de Villiers, Chris Morris

Vice-captain – Kieron Pollard, Chris Gayle

WIC vs SAC Probable Winners:

The West Indies Champions have batting firepower, but their bowling isn't as impressive. To win, the bowling attack must rise to the occasion and perform admirably. South Africa Champions have a strong batting lineup and a deep bowling attack. We expect a close game, but the South Africans will have a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, South Africa Champions is expected to win this match.