Pakistan vs South Africa Champions: WCL 2025 Match Preview

Pakistan vs South Africa Champions

đź“… Date: July 25, 2025
đź•” Time: Fri• 16:30​
📍 Venue: Grace Road, Leicestershire
🎟 Tickets: Act now, tickets are selling fast!

Pakistan Champions Batting Scorecard
BatsmanRB4s6sS/R
Sharjeel Khan
c Erwee b Viljoen
191131172.73
Kamran Akmal (WK)
c Viljoen b Olivier
171140154.55
Umar Amin
b Olivier
584243138.10
Mohammad Hafeez (C)
c Parnell b JP Duminy
8710114.29
Shoaib Malik
not out
463450135.29
Asif Ali
c Amla b Parnell
231122209.09
Aamer Yamin
not out
11420275.00
Extras16 (W 10, B 4, LB 2)
Total198/5 (20.0 overs)
Yet to BatImad Wasim, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir
Fall of Wickets:
27/1 (S. Khan, 2.3 ov), 54/2 (K. Akmal, 5.3 ov), 76/3 (M. Hafeez, 8.1 ov),
155/4 (U. Amin, 16.4 ov), 187/5 (A. Ali, 19.2 ov)
South Africa Champions Bowling Scorecard
BowlerOMRWEco
Hardus Viljoen4042110.50
Wayne Parnell403819.50
Duanne Olivier301926.33
Chris Morris2035017.50
Aaron Phangiso (C)201306.50
JP Duminy301816.00
JJ Smuts2027013.50
South Africa Champions Batting Scorecard
BatsmanRB4s6sS/R
Hashim Amla
c Hafeez b Sohail Khan
12181066.67
JJ Smuts
c Umar Amin b Rumman Raees
10720142.86
Henry Davids
c Shoaib Malik b Sohail Tanvir
690066.67
Sarel Erwee
lbw b Mohammad Hafeez
12162075.00
JP Duminy
c Aamer Yamin b Shoaib Malik
11131084.62
Jacques Rudolph (IP)
c Hafeez b Hafeez
10111090.91
Morne van Wyk (WK)
not out
442052220.00
Aaron Phangiso (C)
c Umar Amin b Imad Wasim
13802162.50
Wayne Parnell
b Wahab Riaz
21921233.33
Chris Morris
c Kamran Akmal b Sohail Tanvir
10720142.86
Hardus Viljoen
not out
7301233.33
Extras11 (NB 1, W 4, B 1, LB 5)
Total167/9 (20.0 overs)
Fall of Wickets:
18/1 (JJ Smuts, 2.2 ov), 30/2 (H. Davids, 4.2 ov), 42/3 (H. Amla, 7.3 ov),
46/4 (S. Erwee, 8.4 ov), 58/5 (J. Rudolph, 10.5 ov), 78/6 (JP Duminy, 13.2 ov),
93/7 (A. Phangiso, 14.6 ov), 128/8 (W. Parnell, 17.3 ov), 160/9 (C. Morris, 19.3 ov)
Pakistan Champions Bowling Scorecard
BowlerOMRWEco
Rumman Raees (IP)201718.50
Imad Wasim301916.33
Sohail Tanvir201326.50
Sohail Khan4042110.50
Mohammad Hafeez (C)402125.25
Shoaib Malik301816.00
Wahab Riaz2031115.50

On July 25, 2025, at 16:30 BST (21:30 PKT), Grace Road in Leicestershire will host an exhilarating encounter between the Pakistan Champions and the South Africa Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) Season 2. This match marks a pivotal moment in the tournament, with both teams eager to showcase their prowess and secure a crucial victory.​

🏟️ Venue: Grace Road, Leicestershire

Grace Road, known for its vibrant atmosphere and passionate cricketing crowd, provides the perfect backdrop for this high-stakes clash. The ground’s compact nature often leads to high-scoring matches, making it an ideal venue for the explosive talents of both teams.​

🔄 Previous Encounter

In their last meeting on July 9, 2024, at the County Ground in Northampton, the South Africa Champions emerged victorious by 9 wickets. Sarel Erwee played a stellar knock, scoring an unbeaten 105 off 57 balls, leading his team to chase down Pakistan’s total of 210/4 in just 18.3 overs. This defeat remains a significant point of reflection for the Pakistan Champions as they prepare for this upcoming match. ESPN Cricinfo​

🗣️ Key Quotes

Younis Khan (Pakistan Champions Captain):
“The loss against South Africa last year was a tough pill to swallow, but we’ve learned from it. We’re coming into this match with renewed focus and determination to turn the tables.”​

AB de Villiers (South Africa Champions Captain):
“Facing Pakistan is always a challenge. They have a lineup full of match-winners. We’re prepared to give our best and continue our winning momentum.”​

đź§  Expert Analysis

This match is anticipated to be a thrilling contest, with both teams boasting a wealth of experience and talent. The Pakistan Champions, under the leadership of Younis Khan, will be eager to avenge their previous defeat and showcase their strength. On the other hand, the South Africa Champions, led by the dynamic AB de Villiers, will aim to maintain their winning streak and assert their dominance in the tournament.​

Fans can expect a high-octane match filled with strategic gameplay, explosive batting, and tight bowling. With both teams having a point to prove, this encounter promises to be a memorable chapter in the WCL Season 2.​

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📺 How to Watch

The match will be broadcast live on various sports channels and streaming platforms. For viewers in Pakistan, the game will be available on Tapmad Sports, providing comprehensive coverage and expert commentary.​

As the Pakistan Champions and South Africa Champions gear up for this crucial clash, the cricketing world eagerly awaits a contest that could have significant implications for the rest of the tournament. With both teams bringing their A-game, fans are in for an exciting spectacle.​