Pakistan Champions (PC) and South Africa Champions (SAC) are set for a high-stakes clash in the World Championship of Legends 2025 final at Edgbaston.
Pakistan reached the title match without playing their semifinal, advancing after India Champions pulled out.
South Africa earned their spot in the final with a nerve-wracking one-run win over Australia Champions, defending 186 in dramatic fashion.
Morne van Wyk and JJ Smuts led the charge with the bat, while Phangiso and Parnell delivered under pressure with the ball.
In the group stage, Pakistan defeated South Africa by 31 runs, driven by strong batting and a disciplined spin attack. This sets the stage for a thrilling rematch between two well-balanced sides aiming to lift the WCL trophy.
Head-to-head record: Pakistan C vs South Africa C
The two sides have met twice in the WCL, with each team winning once. Pakistan Champions claimed a 31-run victory in their most recent clash on July 25, 2025.
South Africa Champions had the upper hand in their earlier encounter, winning by 9 wickets with 9 balls to spare on July 9, 2024.
- Total matches: 2
- Pakistan C wins: 1
- South Africa C wins: 1
- Tied/No result: 0
Top players to watch: Batters & Bowlers
Batters to watch
Kamran Akmal (PAK): The aggressive opener has been in blistering form, striking at 182.25 while racking up 113 runs in just three matches. His quick starts could give Pakistan the early edge in a high-stakes final.
AB de Villiers (SA): The South African legend has lit up the tournament with two centuries and a fifty, amassing 309 runs in just five matches at an astonishing average of 103.00. His ability to dominate any bowling attack makes him the biggest threat in the final.
Bowlers to watch
Saeed Ajmal (PAK): Ajmal made an instant impact with a stunning 6/16 in his only appearance, tying as Pakistan’s top wicket-taker despite playing just one game. His variation and control could prove decisive against a strong South African lineup.
Aaron Phangiso (SA): The left-arm spinner has been South Africa’s most economical bowler, conceding just 3.54 runs per over and picking up 4/13 in a match-winning spell. His control and accuracy in the middle overs have been key to choking opposition lineups.
PC vs. SAC betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
According to Parimatch, Pakistan Champions are slight favourites heading into the WCL 2025 final with odds of 1.82 because of their unbeaten run, while South Africa Champions are close behind at 1.88.
The odds reflect how evenly matched these two sides are, with Pakistan’s experience and South Africa’s recent form both weighing heavily in the balance.
Expect a tight contest that could swing either way depending on key moments. Odds are correct at time of publish.
Odds | |
Pakistan Champions | 1.82 |
South Africa Champions | 1.88 |
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- AB de Villiers to score 50+ runs
- Saeed Ajmal to take 2 or more wickets
- Match to be decided in the final over
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Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions: Expected playing XIs and team news
Pakistan Champions Team News
Led by Shahid Afridi, the Pakistan Champions head into the final unbeaten, showcasing a balanced mix of experience and firepower. Mohammad Hafeez and Shoaib Malik have been consistent with both bat and ball, while Sharjeel Khan has added explosive starts at the top.
Saeed Ajmal’s six-wicket haul in his only appearance adds a fresh weapon to their arsenal. Despite reaching the final via a walkover against India Champions, the squad remains in top form and eager to finish the job they narrowly missed last year.
- Pakistan Champions (predicted playing XI): Shoaib Malik (c), Sharjeel Khan, Shahid Afridi, Kamran Akmal (wk), Fawad Alam, Asif Ali, Imad Wasim, Aamer Yamin, Umar Amin, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Tanvir, Saeed Ajmal
South Africa Champions Team News
AB de Villiers has been at the heart of South Africa’s dominant campaign, with support from veterans like Hashim Amla, Imran Tahir, Wayne Parnell, and Chris Morris. They’ve won four of their last five games, including a nail-biting semifinal win over Australia Champions by just one run.
Their only defeat this year came against Pakistan, and they’ll be motivated to turn the tables in the final. The team looks settled and dangerous, with de Villiers eyeing a historic title win.
- South Africa Champions (predicted playing XI): AB de Villiers (c), Hashim Amla, JJ Smuts, Sarel Erwee, JP Duminy, Morne van Wyk (wk), Henry Davids, Wayne Parnell, Hardus Viljoen, Aaron Phangiso, Imran Tahir
PC vs SAC live scorecard: WCL 2025
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Where to watch PC vs SAC World Championship of Legends 2025 final in India
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Date & Time (IST): Saturday, August 2; 9:00 PM
- Live Broadcast and Streaming Details: Star Sports Network and FanCode (app and website)
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