With Edgbaston set to host one of the most anticipated matches of the World Championship of Legends, cricket fans are gearing up for WCL 2025 semifinal 2 live between South Africa Champions and Australia Champions. The high-stakes clash on July 31 will decide who joins India Champions in the tournament final, and if past form is any indicator, fireworks are expected.
South Africa, led by spin ace Aaron Phangiso and powered by the bat of AB de Villiers, topped their group with four wins from five. Their only loss came in a tight contest, and when they met Australia during the league stage, the Proteas dominated with a commanding 95-run win. That memory will surely be fresh in the minds of both camps as they return to Edgbaston under lights.
Australia, despite a slightly shaky campaign, edged into the top three with two wins and a no-result. The veterans will be counting on Brett Lee’s pace and Chris Lynn’s aggression at the top to pull off an upset.
Can Australia Avenge Their League Loss?
The venue, known for its balanced surface, tends to offer early movement to pacers and late grip for spinners, but under the lights, batting first has proven to be a safer option. Expect the toss to play a crucial role, and don’t be surprised if the winning captain chooses to pad up first.
AB de Villiers has been the standout performer of the WCL so far. With 305 runs in just four games, he’s leading the tournament charts and shows no signs of slowing down. Meanwhile, Phangiso, with nine wickets, has been instrumental in throttling opposition batting orders. If the duo clicks again, South Africa might cruise into the final.
Where to Watch WCL 2025 Semifinal 2 Live?
Fans can tune into WCL 2025 semifinal 2 live via Star Sports and FanCode in India, Tapmad in Pakistan, TNT Sports in the UK, and ESPN+ in the US. The action begins at 9:00 PM IST / 4:30 PM local time.
- India: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar
- Pakistan: Tapmad
- UK: TNT Sports / TNT Sports App
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
- USA: ESPN+
- West Indies: ESPN Caribbean
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