Afridi Aims High as Pakistan Champions’ WCL 2025 Quest Begins

Legendary all-rounder Shahid Afridi has expressed his confidence in the Pakistan Champions' ability to secure the World Championship of Legends (WCL) title, following his recent appointment as team captain.

"I’m hopeful we’ve got the talent and mindset to bring the trophy home,” Afridi said, adding that the squad’s blend of aggression and calm makes them formidable. The team presents a decent mix of experience and brilliance, with veterans such as Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Shoaib Malik among the explosives like Afridi.

Afridi, as captain, stressed on the concepts of team spirit and versatility. “Every match we treat as a final,” he noted, stressing that match-ups across batting, bowling, and fielding will define their campaign. The veteran also mentioned how the tournament’s structure—facing tough opponents like India Champions and England Champions—demands sharp game planning.

Local analysts echo the sentiment, stating that Afridi’s aggressive leadership style could galvanise the side, particularly in tight moments.

In the captaincy of Afridi, the Pakistan Champions have their first match on 18th July against the England Champions; this would be followed by a blockbuster against the India Champions on 20th July. Such early matches will be very important to help them establish a tone in their bid to win the title.

Provided Afridi is able to reconcile his style of play that limits him to blanket battering, with proper leadership discipline, Pakistan Champions would be in the best position to secure WCL 2025.