Have a ball watching the world’s biggest cricket legends pick up their bats one more time for a tournament of their careers this summer. The World Championship of Legends is landing in Edgbaston, gathering pros from several continents, hosting key matches, including semi-finals, and the grand finale, delivering an electrifying backdrop for the tournament’s climax.
Get your ticket and witness the biggest names in cricket history and a crowd full of fans reliving the golden era of this iconic sports game.
What can you expect at WCL?
Fans are in for an exclusive treat as this special tournament stands alone as the world’s only legends league officially approved by a major cricket board. These professional retired cricket superstars are back on the pitch for a truly competitive game.
Get ready to see six nations bringing their superstar players, including Yuvraj Singh (India), Shahid Afridi (Pakistan), Eoin Morgan (England), Brett Lee (Australia), AB de Villiers (South Africa), and Chris Gayle (West Indies). All are coming to show off their cricket skills to their loyal fanbase.
Teams:
- India Champions – Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina
- Australia Champions – Brett Lee, Chris Lynn, Shaun Marsh, D’Arcy Short
- England Champions – Eoin Morgan, Moeen Ali, Ian Bell, Alastair Cook
- Pakistan Champions – Shoaib Malik, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Sharjeel Khan, Shahid Afridi
- South Africa Champions – AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Wayne Parnell, Chris Morris
- West Indies Champions – Chris Gayle, DJ Bravo, Kieron Pollard, Lendl Simmons
Team Captains:
- India: Yuvraj Singh
- England: Eoin Morgan
- Australia: Brett Lee
- South Africa: AB de Villiers
- Pakistan: Mohammad Hafeez
- West Indies: Chris Gayle
Where can you see the matches?
The World Championship of Legends is set to attract cricket fans across the UK in four distinct cricketing venues. If you are a true cricket fan, Birmingham has to be on your list, of course.
The Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, known for its vibrant atmosphere, serves as a fittingly grand stage for these superstar players to demonstrate their skills. Not only does it showcase the rich heritage of English cricket grounds, but it also ensures broad accessibility for fans across different regions to witness this special legends league.