Birmingham, UK – The reigning champions of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), India Champions, have unveiled their formidable 16-member squad for the highly anticipated 2025 season. Set to kick off later this month in Birmingham, cricket fans are eager to see if India Champions can defend their inaugural title.
Yuvraj Singh to Lead, Dhawan and Raina Among Key Players
Legendary all-rounder Yuvraj Singh will once again captain the India Champions, bringing his wealth of experience and match-winning prowess to the forefront. The squad boasts a stellar lineup of cricketing icons, including explosive opener Shikhar Dhawan, dynamic middle-order batsman Suresh Raina, spin wizard Harbhajan Singh, and versatile all-rounder Irfan Pathan. Their combined talent and experience make the India Champions a strong contender for the WCL 2025 trophy.
Other notable inclusions in the India Champions squad are Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, Piyush Chawla, Stuart Binny, Gurkeerat Maan, Vinay Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Varun Aaron, Abhimanyu Mithun, and Pawan Negi. This diverse mix of seasoned players and exciting talents promises thrilling performances throughout the tournament.
India Champions vs. Pakistan Champions: A Rematch to Remember!
The India Champions will launch their title defense with a blockbuster clash against their arch-rivals and last edition’s runners-up, Pakistan Champions, on July 20. This highly anticipated rematch of the inaugural WCL final is expected to be a fierce battle and a highlight of the league stage.
Following their opening encounter, India Champions will face South Africa Champions on July 22, Australia Champions on July 26, and England Champions on July 27. Their final league-stage match will be against West Indies Champions on July 29.
Complete WCL 2025 Schedule: Don’t Miss a Moment!
Here’s the full tournament schedule for WCL 2025, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action, especially the India Champions matches:
League Stage
- July 18 (Friday): England Champions vs Pakistan Champions
- July 19 (Saturday): West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions
- July 19 (Saturday): England Champions vs Australia Champions
- July 20 (Sunday): India Champions vs Pakistan Champions
- July 22 (Tuesday): England Champions vs West Indies Champions
- July 22 (Tuesday): India Champions vs South Africa Champions
- July 23 (Wednesday): Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions
- July 24 (Thursday): South Africa Champions vs England Champions
- July 25 (Friday): Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
- July 26 (Saturday): India Champions vs Australia Champions
- July 26 (Saturday): Pakistan Champions vs West Indies Champions
- July 27 (Sunday): South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions
- July 27 (Sunday): India Champions vs England Champions
- July 29 (Tuesday): Australia Champions vs Pakistan Champions
- July 29 (Tuesday): India Champions vs West Indies Champions
Knockout Stage (All matches at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)
- July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 1 – SF1 vs SF4
- July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 2 – SF2 vs SF3
- August 2 (Saturday): Final
Will India Champions reclaim their title in WCL 2025? Share your predictions in the comments below!