World Championship of Legends 2025 Final: Match Preview & Streaming Guide

The final of WCL 2025 is set for August 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham, featuring a showdown between Pakistan Champions and South Africa Champions, following a dramatic semi-final finish. This match brings together retired cricket icons in a once-in-a-season celebration of legacy and cricket history.

Road to the Final

• Pakistan Champions advanced to the final after their semi-final against India Champions was forfeited. India withdrew in protest following the tragic Pahalgam incident, granting Pakistan a direct route into the final.
   
• South Africa Champions secured their spot in dramatic fashion—narrowly defeating Australia Champions by just one run in their semi-final clash at Edgbaston on July 31. AB de Villiers produced scintillating match-winning form across WCL, including a second career century at Headingley, scoring 123 off 46 balls.
   

Final Preview – Legends Return to Edgbaston

Edgbaston will once again host WCL’s most pivotal matches—both semis and the final—drawing fans back to the birthplace of this legends-packed tournament. This venue offers central significance and community energy, enriching the nostalgia.

WCL features an all-star line‑up:

• Pakistan Team: led by Shahid Afridi, featuring veterans like Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Sarfraz Ahmed, Wahab Riaz, Asif Ali, Sharjeel Khan, and Kamran Akmal.
   
• South Africa Team: guided by AB de Villiers, with talents like Hashim Amla, Chris Morris, JP Duminy, Albie Morkel, Imran Tahir, Wayne Parnell, and JJ Smuts.
   

Both captains—Shahid Afridi and AB de Villiers—will be vital tactical keys. Afridi’s swagger faces off against AB’s game-reading genius, promising high-impact match-ups.

Key Matchups & Strategic Highlights

• AB de Villiers vs Pakistan Spinning Depth: With exceptional T20 form, AB’s ability to create moments under pressure, including two high-powered centuries, will test Pakistan’s bowling resilience.
   
• Afridi’s Pace vs South Africa All‑Round Depth: Early swing and wicket-taking from the former Pakistan captain may define how Indonesia’s lineup copes under high stakes.
   
• Middle-Order Firepower: Asif Ali, Sarfraz Ahmed, Hashim Amla, and Chris Morris bring finishing flair on both sides—match momentum could hinge on their performance in tight spaces.
   

Final Streaming & Broadcasting Guide

India

• Telecast: Star Sports network (Star Sports 1 SD/HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi)
   
• Stream: FanCode app and website with exclusive access
   

Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka

• TV: Not specified, but digital access through tapmad where applicable (continuing previous practice for Pakistan)
   

USA & Canada

• Streaming: Willow TV, widely recognized for international cricket coverage
   

Australia

• Streaming/Broadcast: Kayo Sports, Foxtel, in line with other global cricket properties
   

Rest of the World

• MENA: Likely via e& / StarzPlay
   
• South Africa: SuperSport
   
• Other regions: ICC.tv or local licensed streamers, depending on regulations and local rights
   

Why This Final Matters

• It marks the culmination of nostalgic tournament that features legends like Chris Gayle, Yuvraj Singh, Eoin Morgan, and Kieron Pollard, playing at historic venues across England.
   
• It's not only a display of cricketing talent but also an emotional reunion of iconic rivalries and celebrated personalities.
   
• Pakistan’s entry via semifinal forfeiture and South Africa’s dramatic win set up contrasting paths to the final, adding narrative depth to the finale.
   

Summary Table – Match Snapshot

Detail	Info
Final Match	Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions
Date & Venue	August 2, 2025 – Edgbaston, Birmingham
Pakistan’s Path	Walkover advance following India’s withdrawal
South Africa’s Path	1-run semifinal win over Australia Champions
Streaming (Pakistan)	tapmad
Streaming (Global)	Willow TV (USA/Canada), Kayo/Foxtel (AUS), SuperSport (SA), e&/StarzPlay (MENA), ICC.tv (others)

Final Word

The WCL 2025 Final promises a spectacle of legends, strategy, and storytelling. With Pakistan’s champions riding fortune and South Africa’s heroes forging dramatic comebacks, this match is set to be compelling from first ball to final delivery.