<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"> <channel> <title> World Championship of Legends 2025</title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com</link> <description> World Championship of Legends 2025</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:47:24 GMT</lastBuildDate> <docs>https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html</docs> <generator>https://github.com/jpmonette/feed</generator> <language>en</language> <copyright>Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved.</copyright> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: Live Streaming Details, Squads, Fixtures, Date And Time]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-live-streaming-details-squads-fixtures-date-and-time/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-live-streaming-details-squads-fixtures-date-and-time/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 20:34:36 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[The 2025 World Championship of Legends will feature six iconic teams clashing across the UK from July 18 to August 2 in a thrilling T20 showdown.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/202506253436479.webp" width="800" height="600" alt="WCL 2025"/><p>The much-anticipated second edition of the <strong><a href="https://www.wclcricket.com/">World Championship of Legends</a></strong> (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.</p><p>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.</p><h3>WCL 2025: Live Streaming & Broadcast Details </h3><p>Fans around the world will be able to catch the action live. Here's where to tune in:</p><ul><li><strong>India</strong>: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV</li><li><strong>United Kingdom</strong>: Sky Sports, NOW TV</li><li><strong>Worldwide</strong>: Global broadcasters to be announced soon</li></ul><h3>WCL 2025: Squads Details</h3><p><strong>India Champions</strong>: 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.</p><p><strong>Pakistan Champions</strong>: Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Sharjeel Khan, Wahab Riaz, Asif Ali, Kamran Akmal, Aamer Yamin, Sohail Khan, and Sohail Tanvir.</p><p><strong>West Indies Champions</strong>: 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.</p><p><strong>England Champions</strong>: 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.</p><p><strong>Australia Champions</strong>: 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.</p><p><strong>South Africa Champions</strong>: 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.</p><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/new-zealand-announce-schedule-to-host-australia-england-west-indies-and-south-africa-in-home-summer/">New Zealand announce schedule to host Australia, England, West Indies and South Africa in home summer</a></strong></p><h3>WCL 2025: Fixtures (All times in IST)</h3><table><tbody><tr><th>Date</th><th>Time</th><th>Match</th><th>Venue</th></tr><tr><td>July 18, Fri</td><td>16:30</td><td>England Champions vs Pakistan Champions</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>July 19, Sat</td><td>12:30</td><td>West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champs</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>July 19, Sat</td><td>16:30</td><td>England Champions vs Australia Champions</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>July 20, Sun</td><td>16:30</td><td>India Champions vs Pakistan Champions</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>July 22, Tue</td><td>12:30</td><td>India Champions vs South Africa Champions</td><td>County Ground, Northampton</td></tr><tr><td>July 22, Tue</td><td>16:30</td><td>England Champions vs West Indies Champions</td><td>County Ground, Northampton</td></tr><tr><td>July 23, Wed</td><td>16:30</td><td>Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions</td><td>County Ground, Northampton</td></tr><tr><td>July 24, Thu</td><td>16:30</td><td>England Champions vs South Africa Champions</td><td>Grace Road, Leicester</td></tr><tr><td>July 25, Fri</td><td>16:30</td><td>Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions</td><td>Grace Road, Leicester</td></tr><tr><td>July 26, Sat</td><td>12:30</td><td>India Champions vs Australia Champions</td><td>Headingley, Leeds</td></tr><tr><td>July 26, Sat</td><td>16:30</td><td>Pakistan Champions vs West Indies Champions</td><td>Headingley, Leeds</td></tr><tr><td>July 27, Sun</td><td>12:30</td><td>South Africa Champions vs Australia Champs</td><td>Headingley, Leeds</td></tr><tr><td>July 27, Sun</td><td>16:30</td><td>India Champions vs England Champions</td><td>Headingley, Leeds</td></tr><tr><td>July 29, Tue</td><td>12:30</td><td>Australia Champions vs Pakistan Champions</td><td>Grace Road, Leicester</td></tr><tr><td>July 29, Tue</td><td>16:30</td><td>India Champions vs West Indies Champions</td><td>Grace Road, Leicester</td></tr><tr><td>July 31, Thu</td><td>12:30</td><td>Semi-Final 1 </td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>July 31, Thu</td><td>16:30</td><td>Semi-Final 2</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr><tr><td>August 2, Sat</td><td>16:30</td><td>Final</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: India Champions announced their squad for upcoming season]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-india-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-india-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:34:00 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[India Champions announce strong squad for WCL 2025 with Yuvraj Singh returning as captain and Shikhar Dhawan set for his debut.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/og-image.d38f8457.webp" width="1200" height="630" alt=" India Champions"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh has confirmed his return as captain of the India Champions for the second season of the <strong><a href="https://www.wclcricket.com/">World Championship of Legends </a></strong>(WCL), set to be held in July in the United Kingdom. Yuvraj, who led the team to victory in the tournament’s inaugural edition, will once again spearhead the squad.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> This year, he’ll be joined by former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who is set to make his WCL debut following his international retirement last year.<br><br>Reflecting on his return as captain, Yuvraj said, “I’m eager to represent our nation again at the World Championship of Legends.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> The memories of our first title win, alongside my teammates, are cherished and unforgettable.” His management last season not only led the team to an exciting victory, it also brought back elements of India's glorious age in ODI cricket, turning the WCL into a memorable experience for fans around the world.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"><br><br>The first season of WCL showcased remarkable performances from Indian cricketing legends such as Suresh Raina, Robin Uthappa, and the Pathan brothers, proving that they still have a great passion for the game. WCL founder Harshit Tomar spoke about his pride in the platform, stating, “This platform gives senior cricketers a chance to continue inspiring fans.</span><span id="input-sentence~4"> Watching these legends recreate the magic that made them icons is truly fulfilling. Our heroes are our pride, and hosting them with utmost respect and care has always been our goal.”<br></span></p><h3><span id="input-sentence~4">India Champions Squad—WCL 2025<br></span></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~4">The India Champions 2025 WCL team consists of: 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, and Gurkeerat Mann.</span><span id="input-sentence~5"><br></span></p><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-west-indies-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/">WCL 2025: West Indies Champions announced their squad for upcoming season</a></strong></p><p><strong><span id="input-sentence~5"></span></strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~5">Team India Champions are owned by Sumant Bahl, Salman Ahmed, and Jaspal Bahra and are back to Edgbaston on a mission to defend their title. Co-owner Bahl recalls their championship win, saying, “Owning Team India Champions and lifting the inaugural trophy after defeating archrivals Pakistan still feels like a dream. We’re excited for Season 2 and confident that with an even stronger team, we can recreate history.” With India’s best back in the mix, the battle for WCL 2025 supremacy is set to intensify.</span></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: West Indies Champions announced their squad for upcoming season]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-west-indies-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-west-indies-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 19:20:47 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[West Indies Champions announce power-packed squad for WCL 2025 featuring Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/WhatsApp-Image 2025-06-25 at 19.20.14_40758c99.webp" width="720" height="405" alt="West Indies Champions"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">The Caribbean stars are ready to shine once again, and the Champions from the West Indies have put together a squad that will bring sparks and flair to the <strong><a href="https://www.wclcricket.com/">World Championship of Legends </a></strong>(WCL) 2025. The tournament will see the clay played over four iconic grounds across the UK—Edgbaston, County Ground Northampton, Grace Road Leicester, and Headingley—between July 18 and August 2.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Sanctioned by the ECB, WCL returns retired legends to the pitch in a competitive T20 format.<br><br>Leading the powerhouse team are destructive batsmen Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo, whose big-hitting used to intimidate bowling sides. Supported by erstwhile match-winners Lendl Simmons and Dwayne Smith, they bring aggression up the order. The pace attack has been bolstered with the blistering quicks Fidel Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, and Sheldon Cottrell, who will provide raw speed and consistent bounce.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> Regarding spin, they have added Ashley Nurse, Sulieman Benn, Nikita Miller, and Dave Mohammed, who are clever operators providing lots of control and variety. In the midst of all the flair, Shivnarine Chanderpaul brings calm, composure, and precious experience. Rounding out the blend are Chadwick Walton, William Perkins, and Tharindu Rathnayake, making up a flawlessly balanced team that fuses flair, grit, and championship bloodlines<br><br>WCL 2025 guarantees high-octane nostalgia, top-of-the-line cricketing prowess, and capacity crowds as six champion sides—including India Champions, Pakistan Champions, Australia Champions, South Africa Champions, England Champions, and now the West Indies Champions—face off against each other in a heart-stopping round-robin format, culminating in knockout encounters. With India winning the first WCL trophy under the captaincy of Yuvraj Singh in 2024, the second edition is anyone's game—and the Caribbean legends are back to strength.</span></p><p data-start="240" data-end="282"><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-england-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/">WCL 2025: England Champions announced their squad for upcoming season</a></strong></p><h3 data-start="240" data-end="282">West Indies Champions Squad – WCL 2025</h3><p data-start="284" data-end="359">The West Indies Champions 2025 WCL team consists of: 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</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: England Champions announced their squad for upcoming season]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-england-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-england-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:54:24 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[England Champions announce squad for WCL 2025 featuring Eoin Morgan, Alastair Cook, and Moeen Ali.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-25 185313.webp" width="459" height="267" alt="England Champions"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Cricketing icons including Eoin Morgan, Sir Alastair Cook, Moeen Ali, and Ian Bell will headline the England Champions squad in the second edition of the sanctioned <strong><a href="https://www.wclcricket.com/">World Championship of Legends</a></strong> (WCL), running from July 18 to August 2 across the UK.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> This powerhouse lineup revives a golden era of English cricket, bolstered by the return of versatile all-rounders Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel, and Dimitri Mascarenhas, as well as a formidable pace attack led by Liam Plunkett, Chris Tremlett, Ajmal Shahzad, Ryan Sidebottom, and Stuart Meaker, complemented by wicket-keepers Phil Mustard and Tim Ambrose <br><br>“Leading England to World Cup glory was a defining moment,” said Eoin Morgan.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> “Playing WCL with legends I’ve shared the field with is a different kind of pride.” His words reflect the blend of nostalgia and national pride that defines this event.<br><br>With Edgbaston hosting several marquee matches, CEO Stuart Cain described WCL as “a celebration of greatness and a homecoming for our heroes.” WCL founder Harshit Tomar added, “This is where stories are retold and legends relive their prime.” Team owner Praveen Sharma echoed the competitive spirit, stating, “We’re here to win and inspire a new generation.”<br></span></p><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-australia-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/">WCL 2025: Australia Champions announced their squad for upcoming season</a></strong></p><h3><span id="input-sentence~2">England Champions Squad – WCL 2025<br></span></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~2">The England Champions 2025 WCL team consists of: 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</span></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: Australia Champions announced their squad for upcoming season]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-australia-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-australia-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:52:46 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Australia Champions announce squad for WCL 2025 featuring Brett Lee, Shaun Marsh, Ben Cutting, and Chris Lynn.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/logo.webp" width="872" height="620" alt="Australia Champions "/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">The Australia Champions are set to bring their trademark grit and flair to the <strong><a href="https://wclcricket.com/" rel="nofollow">World Championship of Legends</a></strong> (WCL) 2025, with the competition beginning on July 18 in the UK. Led by veteran pacer Brett Lee for a second time as captain, the team reflects the intense competitive spirit and heritage of Australian cricket.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Following a memorable campaign in Season 1, the team comes back with a strong set of players looking to make a stronger impact in Season 2 of the high-class legends league.<br><br>The leadership team has also kept hold of core members from the first edition, including dynamic names like Shaun Marsh, Ben Cutting, Dan Christian, and Nathan Coulter-Nile—each with versatility and international experience under their belts.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> Brett Lee's speed and leadership at the crease will be vital, while the addition of big-hitters Chris Lynn and D'Arcy Short guarantees fireworks up top. With a healthy blend of youth-era legends and veterans, the Australia Champions are looking for nothing less than glory this season.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"><br><br>Test veterans such as Peter Siddle and Steve O’Keefe providing bowling reliability, while dynamic all-rounders like Moises Henriques and Dan Christian add depth to the squad, Australia appears to be set up to take on the best as champions of WCL 2025. Coming off a history of dominance and hunger to match their on-field glory, the Australia Champions are set to entertain WCL 2025 with their skill, method, and theater.</span></p><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-south-africa-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/">WCL 2025: South Africa Champions announced their squad for upcoming season</a></strong></p><h3>Australia Champions Squad – WCL 2025</h3><p>The Australia Champions 2025 WCL team consists of: 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.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WCL 2025: South Africa Champions announced their squad for upcoming season]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-south-africa-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-south-africa-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:13:20 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[South Africa Champions announce squad for World Championship of Legends 2025 featuring AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, and Chris Morris.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/WhatsApp-Image 2025-06-25 at 14.17.09_6d5ef5fd.webp" width="720" height="405" alt="South Africa Champions "/><p>The England & Wales Cricket Board-licensed <strong><a href="https://wclcricket.com/">World Championship of Legends</a></strong> (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.</p><p><span id="input-sentence~2">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.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"><br><br>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.</span><span id="input-sentence~4"> 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.</span><span id="input-sentence~5"><br></span></p><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wcl-2025-australia-champions-announced-their-squad-for-upcoming-season/">WCL 2025: Australia Champions announced their squad for upcoming season</a></strong></p><h3><span id="input-sentence~5">South Africa Champions Squad—WCL 2025<br></span></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~5">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.</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨 AB DE VILLIERS IS BACK 🚨<br><br>- 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 🐐 <a href="https://t.co/fkkytCRCik">pic.twitter.com/fkkytCRCik</a></p>— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) <a href="https://twitter.com/CricCrazyJohns/status/1937760150598881598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2025</a></blockquote>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo to combine for West Indies once again]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/chris-gayle-kieron-pollard-and-dwayne-bravo-to-combine-for-west-indies-once-again/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/chris-gayle-kieron-pollard-and-dwayne-bravo-to-combine-for-west-indies-once-again/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:37:02 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo reunite as West Indies reveal a star-studded squad for WCL 2025.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-18 133325.webp" width="403" height="268" alt="Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo"/><p>The Caribbean stars are back in action and ready to light up the cricketing world. The West Indies Champions have finally revealed their lineup for the 2025 <strong><a href="https://wclegends.uk/">World Championship of Legends</a></strong> (WCL), and it's full of legendary names that have brought joy to the fans for decades now. The resurfacing of these power hitters promises fireworks and flair as they prepare for a throwback tournament.</p><p>Headlining the squad are explosive bats Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo—names that once inspired terror in bowlers around the world. They are joined by old hands like Dwayne Smith and Lendl Simmons, both aggressive batsmen. Firebrand quicks like Fidel Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, and Sheldon Cottrell form the pace battery, delivering a balanced and deadly bowling unit to the mix.</p><p>The spin attack is also intimidating, with the inclusion of Ashley Nurse, Sulieman Benn, Nikita Miller, and Dave Mohammad. And through all the power and aggression, there is the calm head of Shivnarine Chanderpaul to provide experience and composure. With the inclusion of Chadwick Walton, Williams Perkins, and Tharindu Rathnayake providing more balance, the West Indies Champions appear set to make a huge impact.</p><h3>Tournament Set for July 18–August 2 Across England</h3><p>The second WCL is to be hosted over four English grounds—Edgbaston, County Ground Northampton, Grace Road Leicester, and Headingley in Leeds. Starting on July 18 and ending with the final on August 2 at Edgbaston, the tournament offers a treat of storied cricket.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨 REUNION OF GAYLE, POLLARD, BRAVO FOR WEST INDIES 🚨<br><br>West Indies Champions has named the Star-stubbed team for WCL 2025. <a href="https://t.co/KGa9yajLCL">pic.twitter.com/KGa9yajLCL</a></p>— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) <a href="https://twitter.com/CricCrazyJohns/status/1935223508067565851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/yashasvi-jaiswal-might-have-joe-root-suprising-claim-on-india-batter-yashasvi-jaiswal-ahead-of-eng-vs-ind-series/">'Yashasvi Jaiswal might have...' - Joe Root suprising claim on India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal ahead of ENG vs IND series</a></strong></p><p>Six groups—India Champions, Pakistan Champions, Australia Champions, South Africa Champions, England Champions, and West Indies Champions—will play in round-robin, where the top four will reach the knockout stage. The next edition is open as wide as it can be now that India won the first trophy in 2024 under Yuvraj Singh's captaincy—particularly with the Caribbean greats back to full strength.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>