India Champions team in the first season of the World Championship of Legends. Photo: File India Champions team in the first season of the World Championship of Legends. Photo: File

The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is set to redefine fan engagement in cricket with an electrifying second season featuring some of the biggest names in the sport. (More Cricket News)sbet

The second season will start on July 18 with England Champions taking on Pakistan Champions. India Champions will play their first match on 20 July against the arch-rivals Pakistan Champions. The final will be played on 2 August in Birmingham.

Cricketing greats Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Shahid Afridi, Chris Gayle, and AB de Villiers have joined the WCL not just as mentors but also as key figures in an unprecedented fan experience initiative - Live With The Legends (LWL).

WCL, the only ECB-approved league in its category, has unveiled LWL as an exclusive opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in a once-in-a-lifetime cricketing adventure.

Over a 16-day, all-expenses-paid UK tour, 12 lucky fans will get to live, travel, and interact with cricketing icons, gaining behind-the-scenes access to team preparations, match-day activities, VIP events, and more.

The initiative aims to provide an unparalleled experience that brings fans closer to the heart of the game. Selected participants will enjoy professional photo sessions, signed memorabilia, and one-on-one interactions with some of the biggest names in cricket history.

Harshit Tomar, CEO & Founder of WCL, highlighted the program's significance, stating,22win “Cricket is a game of passion and legacy. With Live With The Legends, we are creating an unprecedented experience, giving fans the chance to live the life of a professional cricketer."

Cricket lovers worldwide can apply for this groundbreaking experience via the official WCL website, with registrations open from February 7 to March 15. With legendary players like Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Shahid Afridi, Brett Lee, Moeen Ali, and AB de Villiers involved, WCL Season 2 promises to be more than just a tournament.

World Championship Of Legends 2025 Schedule

League Stage

- July 18 (Friday): England Champions vs Pakistan Champions

- July 19 (Saturday): West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions

- July 19 (Saturday): England Champions vs Australia Champions

- July 20 (Sunday): India Champions vs Pakistan Champions

- July 22 (Tuesday): England Champions vs West Indies Champions

- July 22 (Tuesday): India Champions vs South Africa Champions

- July 23 (Wednesday): Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions

- July 24 (Thursday): South Africa Champions vs England Champions

- July 25 (Friday): Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions

- July 26 (Saturday): India Champions vs Australia Champions

- July 26 (Saturday): Pakistan Champions vs West Indies Champions

- July 27 (Sunday): South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions

- July 27 (Sunday): India Champions vs England Champions

- July 29 (Tuesday): Australia Champions vs Pakistan Champions

- July 29 (Tuesday): India Champions vs West Indies Champions

Ammad Butt is leading the Pakistan hockey team with goalkeeper Ishtiag Abdullah Khan. Jungjun Lee is leading the Korean side and Taeseok Min is the coach. Jaehan Kim is their goalkeeper.

Six teams, namely India, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, Pakistan, Japan and China are participating in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 and the hosts are the lowest-ranked (23) team in the tournament. India's next opponent, Japan are ranked 15 in the world.

Knockout Stage

- July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 1 – SF1 vs SF4 (Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)

- July 31 (Thursday): Semi-Final 2 – SF2 vs SF3 (Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham)

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- August 2 (Saturday): Final (Edgbaston Stadiumsbet, Birmingham)