World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025. India Chasing a target of 145, the Indian side finished the job with ease and ensured their qualification by staying well within the required 14.1 overs cut-off.
Team India Champions turned back the clock with a thrilling performance to beat West Indies Champions by 5 wickets in just 13.2 overs, keeping fans on the edge of their seats and punching their ticket to the WCL 2025 semi-finals. The result also sets up a mouth-watering clash against Pakistan Champions in the next round.
Opening the innings with aggression, India suffered a couple of early blows, but the middle order rose to the occasion. Stuart Binny led the charge, smashing an unbeaten 50* off just 21 balls, laced with 4 sixes and 3 fours, showcasing his vintage hitting form.
Yuvraj Singh (21 off 11) and Yusuf Pathan (21* off 7) added quick runs to keep the momentum alive. Their combined efforts ensured that the target was never out of reach, and India wrapped up the chase in 13.2 overs, winning by 5 wickets.
West Indies Post 144/9 Thanks to Kieron Pollard
Batting first, the West Indies Champions were under severe pressure early, collapsing to 43/5. But Kieron Pollard spoiled India’s dominance with an explosive 74 off 43 balls*, including eight sixes and three fours, guiding them to a modest 144/9 total. Other West Indies batsmen struggled to make an impact.
The Indian bowlers kept things tight throughout. Piyush Chawla claimed 3 wickets, while Varun Aaron and Stuart Binny chipped in with two wickets each, ensuring the visitors never lost control.
Match Summary at a Glance
| 📍 Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Championship of Legends 2025 |
| Match | India Champions vs West Indies Champions |
| Venue | Grace Road, Leicester |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets |
| Chase Completed In | 13.2 overs |
| Qualification Status | India qualify for semi-final vs Pakistan |
India Champions showed why they’re still a force to reckon with. Explosive batting, smart bowling, and sharp fielding ensured not only victory but qualification with style. The fans loved it—and now, it’s time for the India vs Pakistan Legends showdown.
