Pakistan Champions Crowned WCL 2025 Winners with Dominant Chase of 132 in Final
On 2 August 2025, at Edgbaston, Birmingham, Pakistan Champions clinched the World Championship of Legends 2025 with a clinical victory over South Africa Champions. Opting to field after winning the toss, Pakistan defended a modest total by chasing down 131/3 in just 14 overs, securing the final with style and confirming their dominance across the tournament.
Toss & Match Setup
- Toss: Pakistan Champions won and chose to field first, preferring early bowling conditions.
- Final Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham – setting for the championship match.
Pakistan’s decision quickly paid off as strong seam bowling and pressure suppressed South African batting.
South Africa Champions Bat First
South Africa batted first and managed only 131/3 in 14 overs—a surprisingly low total for a legends side.
While details are limited, it appears bowlers like Sohail Tanvir, Mohammad Hafeez, Sohail Khan, Rumman Raees, and Shoaib Malik applied strict control—coming through with wickets and dot-ball pressure.
Pakistan’s disciplined fielding supported the bowlers, preventing any major stand from South Africa’s top.
Pakistan’s Chase: Efficient and Controlled
- Pakistan chased the target swiftly: 131/3 in just 14 overs, averaging nearly 9.3 runs per over.
- They avoided any hiccups—with opener(s) securing the base and finishers closing with calm authority.
- This decisive chase reflected intent and composure: attributes that defined their entire WCL campaign.
Tournament Context & Semi-Final Recap
- Pakistan had earlier ended South Africa’s previously unbeaten run by defeating them by 31 runs in the league stage at Leicester.
- In semi-finals, South Africa edged Australia by just one run to book their final spot, while India forfeited their match, granting Pakistan a walkover into the final.
Pakistan thus arrived in final unbeaten in direct knockouts, reinforcing their championship credentials.
Why Pakistan’s Performance Mattered
- Tournament consistency: Pakistan remained undefeated in decisive matches—bouncing back after India’s forfeiture and neutralizing South Africa twice.
- Balanced execution: Seam discipline in early overs, smart chase leadership, and sharp fielding showed strategic maturity uncommon in legends cricket.
- Handling pressure: South Africa’s run-chase faltered despite legends like Amla, de Villiers, and Smuts available. Pakistan’s bowling attack held calmly.
Recap Highlights
| Team | Runs | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa Champions | ~131/3 | ~14 overs | Chased easily |
| Pakistan Champions | 131/3 | 14 overs | Won WCL 2025 title |
- Winners: Pakistan Champions
- Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Significance: Tournament triumph following balanced group play and key victories.
Pakistan Champions’ authoritative performance in the WCL 2025 Final—chasing down 131 in 14 overs—perfectly encapsulated their dominance and composure throughout the tournament. Their perfect tournament scoreboard, capped with this final triumph, crowns them deserved champions.
For legends cricket fans, this final was more than nostalgia—it showed how smart planning, execution, and pressure management continue to define cricket regardless of age or status.
Pakistan lifted the trophy. And they did it with precision.
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