WCL 2025 Teams & Squads: Legends Making a Comeback

The World Championship of Legends 2025 (WCL) returns this summer with a superstar-packed second edition. Six teams of retired cricket icons will compete in England from July 18 to August 2, and the squads feature players you grew up idolizing. 

Here's a comprehensive look at the WCL teams and their squads, complete with captains and standout selections. tapmad will stream every game live and in HD across Pakistan and Bangladesh.

India Champions (Captain: Yuvraj Singh)

Led by 2007 T20 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh, the Indians bring flair and experience:

• Batters: Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Shikhar Dhawan, Robin Uthappa, Yusuf Pathan
   
• All‑rounders: Irfan Pathan, Stuart Binny, Ambati Rayudu, Pragyan Ojha
   
• Bowlers: Harbhajan Singh, Piyush Chawla, Siddarth Kaul, Varun Aaron, Abhimanyu Mithun
   

This explosive squad mixes aggressive batting with crafty spin to dominate the middle overs.

Pakistan Champions (Captain: Younis Khan)

Nostalgic heroes headline Pakistan’s lineup:

• Batters: Younis Khan, Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, Umar Amin, Sharjeel Khan
   
• All‑rounders: Abdul Razzaq, Misbah-ul-Haq, Iftikhar Ahmed, Aamer Yamin
   
• Bowlers: Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Amir, Saeed Ajmal, Sohail Tanvir, Rumman Raees, Sohail Khan
   

Expect big hits, fiery pace, and spin wizardry from this fearless group.

England Champions (Captain: Kevin Pietersen)

A balanced squad blending discipline and flair:

• Batters: Kevin Pietersen, Ian Bell, Jonathan Trott, Luke Wright, Michael Carberry
   
• All‑rounders: Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel, Monty Panesar, Abbott, Dimitri Mascarenhas
   
• Bowlers: Steve Harmison, Graeme Swann, Jade Dernbach, Liam Plunkett
   
• Keepers: Owais Shah, Tim Ambrose
   

This unit offers strategic bowling and middle-order stability under Pietersen’s leadership.

Australia Champions (Captain: Brett Lee)

Pace and power squad led by former speedster:

• Batters: Aaron Finch, Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn, Callum Ferguson
   
• All‑rounders: Dan Christian, Moises Henriques, Ben Cutting, John Hastings
   
• Bowlers: Brett Lee, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Peter Siddle, Dirk Nannes, Xavier Doherty
   
• Keepers: Ben Dunk, Brad Haddin, Tim Paine
   

They have raw pace and finishing firepower across all roles.

South Africa Champions (Captain: AB de Villiers)

This potent mix balances elegance and aggression:

• Batters: AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Jacques Rudolph
   
• All‑rounders: JP Duminy, Chris Morris, Wayne Parnell
   
• Bowlers: Dale Steyn, Imran Tahir, Aaron Phangiso, Duanne Olivier
   
• Keepers: Dane Vilas, Morne van Wyk
   

The squad is steeped in match-winners with game-changing capabilities.

West Indies Champions (Captain: Darren Sammy)

Packed with Caribbean flair and tempo:

• Batters: Chris Gayle, Lendl Simmons, Shivnarine Chanderpaul
   
• All‑rounders: Dwayne Bravo, Dwayne Smith, Andre Fletcher
   
• Bowlers: Fidel Edwards, Shannon Gabriel, Nikita Miller, Sulieman Benn, Dave Mohammed
   

Brutal hitting combined with lethal pace and spin defines this powerhouse.

Notable Squad Highlights

• All-round edge: Each team boasts multiple multifaceted players (e.g., Irfan Pathan, Chris Morris, Dwayne Bravo), ensuring T20 adaptability.
   
• Experienced captains: All sides are led by revered leaders: Yuvraj, Younis, Pietersen, Brett Lee, AB, and Sammy bring tactical acumen and charisma.
   
• Bowling firepower: Expect early breakthroughs—Shaun Lee, Steyn, Edwards—paired with crafty spin options like Harbhajan, Ajmal, Tahir.
   

tapmad Live Streaming Info

Fans in Pakistan and Bangladesh can catch all WCL 2025 matches live and in full HD on tapmad, which offers:

• Real-time commentary
   
• Player mic-ups and expert previews
   
• Multi-platform streaming on mobile, web, smart TVs
   

Global coverage includes various regional broadcasters across Europe, South Africa, and North America.

Why These Squads Matter

• Nostalgia meets competition: Seeing legends back in action brings warmth and entertainment.
   
• Tactical awareness: Captains with international leadership credentials create compelling strategies.
   
• Fan-driven excitement: Iconic matchups—Gayle vs Lee, Yuvraj vs Younis—pump adrenaline in every clash.
   

Growth potential: WCL is cementing itself as an elite festive T20 tournament, likely to grow post-2025.